Talos

Quant Developer, Portfolio Management System

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a BS or above in computer science or a related engineering field. They should have experience developing sophisticated analytical code in Python for production systems and a proven ability to collaborate and solve problems in fast-moving teams as a hands-on, senior independent contributor. Additionally, experience with one or more relational and time-series databases and knowledge of basic financial modeling in at least one asset class, ideally for derivatives, is required.

Responsibilities

The Quant Developer will build quantitative models for risk management, asset valuation, derivatives pricing, and simulations. They will collaborate with data engineers and the infrastructure team to incorporate quantitative functions into data pipelines and services. The role also involves automating number and regression testing and backtests to ensure top-quality analytics, as well as documenting analytical models and APIs for client consumption.

Skills

Python
Financial Modeling
Relational Databases
Time-Series Databases
Risk Management
Asset Valuation
Derivatives Pricing
Simulation
Data Engineering
Airflow
Luigi
Dagster
Equity Derivatives
Fixed Income Derivatives
Risk and Optimization Tools
Aladdin
RiskMetrics
Barra
Axioma
Digital Assets

Talos

Digital asset trading infrastructure provider

About Talos

Talos specializes in providing digital asset trading infrastructure for institutional clients, including large financial institutions and asset managers. The company offers a comprehensive platform that supports the entire lifecycle of digital asset trading, which encompasses price discovery, execution, and settlement. This platform is designed to meet the high standards required for institutional trading, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency. Talos generates revenue by offering its platform as a service, allowing clients to trade digital assets seamlessly. What sets Talos apart from its competitors is the leadership team's extensive experience in both traditional capital markets and trading technology, which enhances their ability to facilitate the adoption of digital assets among institutional players. The goal of Talos is to be a trusted provider of institutional-grade trading infrastructure in the rapidly evolving digital asset market.

Key Metrics

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$146.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary, 401(k) retirement plan, bonus, and stock ownership plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending
Broad wellness and educational incentives, including unlimited vacation policy, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
A casual but productive office atmosphere with an always-stocked kitchen, plus remote work options with equipment reimbursement and commuter benefits
Global company offsites and frequent team outings

Risks

Increased competition could erode Talos's market share in digital asset trading.
Rapid technological advancements may strain Talos's resources to maintain competitiveness.
Potential regulatory changes could impose additional compliance costs on Talos.

Differentiation

Talos offers a comprehensive platform supporting the entire digital asset trading lifecycle.
The company focuses on institutional clients, ensuring high standards of security and efficiency.
Talos's leadership has deep expertise in both traditional and digital markets.

Upsides

Talos's partnership with Crypto Risk Metrics addresses EU regulatory ESG requirements.
The acquisition of Skolem connects institutions to decentralized finance solutions.
Integration with CROSSx enhances liquidity and trade execution for institutional clients.

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