Quantitative Trader Intern
Native is an on-chain, non-custodial liquidity and trading infrastructure platform using credit-based liquidity, institutional-grade matching, and on-chain settlement for crypto and tokenized real-world assets.
Maintainer signals as of 9/25/2026
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About Native
Native develops a vertically integrated decentralized-exchange infrastructure stack. Its current platform separates pricing from asset settlement through Native Core, a sovereign on-chain matching engine, Native Swap Engine, credit-based liquidity pools, and relay integrations for wallets, aggregators, market makers, liquidity providers, and asset issuers. Native's current site also positions the platform as infrastructure for 24/7 spot liquidity in crypto and tokenized equities.
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About the Role
You will manage real-time market making production systems and own the performance and risk of deployed strategies. You will conduct quantitative research on DeFi protocols, build and validate mathematical models, implement proofs of concept, and continuously monitor and improve strategy performance based on market conditions and risk considerations.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Profound understanding of blockchain technology, DeFi protocols, and the cryptocurrency ecosystem
- Proficiency in financial markets, trading strategies, and risk management principles
- Proficiency implementing statistical concepts using Python, R, C++ or similar languages
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience in DeFi or cryptocurrency trading is an advantage
- Eagerness to learn in an innovative environment
Responsibilities
- Manage real-time market making production systems and strategies
- Conduct quantitative research on DeFi protocols
- Monitor market conditions, regulatory changes, and industry news affecting DeFi assets
- Develop mathematical models and perform risk profile research
- Implement proofs of concept for trading strategies
- Continuously monitor and assess strategy performance and manage risk
