Technical Project Manager - Systematic Trading, Crypto Hedge Fund

at  Hermeneutic Investments

We are a discretionary, event-driven proprietary trading firm and hedge fund specialized in the digital asset space. We have performed extraordinarily well since inception 1.5 years ago: 9 figure AUM with 1,200%+ return vs 87.5% for BTC and Sharpe of 3.5+ vs BTC at 1.0.

We are seeking a Project Manager to help keep us organized across all of our strategies with the following 3 key responsibilities:

• Write, update, and communicate incisive plans that easily keep all key stakeholders aligned across our organization.
• On a daily basis, manage the backlogs and timelines across our teams.
• On a daily basis, write and maintain high-quality documentation across our teams.

While these will be your key responsibilities, we are a startup and you will definitely be called upon to fulfill other requirements, of which we’ve included examples at the bottom.

This is an opportunity:

• To be exposed to a wide variety of technologies and strategies across a digital asset hedge fund.To learn faster than at many other places
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• we will be giving you a wide variety of challenging tasks, and you can expect an accelerated career progression. You’ll be a critical piece of the communication infrastructure.

• To get in on the ground floor of a successful and rapidly growing team in an asset class poised for growth. There will be advancement opportunities as we continue to expand.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

We view the following requirements as normal ones for any project manager role:

• Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in project management within the trading, exchange, technology, or related industries.
• If you were involved in systematic trading / coding up systematic trading strategies or exchange matching engine, 2-3 years of experience is sufficient.
• Prior experience in the blockchain industry or trading is preferred, showcasing a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this domain.
• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience in successful project management, emphasizing meticulous project planning and design. Proficiency in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring the delivery of projects within scope and on time.
• Business Acumen: Possess a strong business orientation, with the capacity to synthesize information from diverse sources and translate it into actionable project strategies. The ability to align project goals with broader business objectives is crucial.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. You should be able to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Your interpersonal skills and presentation abilities will contribute to effective team collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborative Mindset: Excel as a team player in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. Your ability to collaborate, inspire, and motivate cross-functional teams will be pivotal to the success of project execution.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

We’ve included this section to highlight examples of additional responsibilities and requirements you may be asked to fulfill.

• Cross Teams Coordination: Facilitate seamless collaboration among cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, business units, and executive management. Act as a bridge between teams to ensure clear communication, alignment of goals, and efficient execution of project tasks.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a liaison between executive management, business units, marketing representatives, customers, and the R&D team. Effectively communicate and mediate between different parties to ensure alignment and understanding of project goals.
• Product Requirement Management: Collect, prioritize, and communicate product requirements effectively to internal teams. Manage the release of content and features, ensuring that customer needs are met and value is delivered with each release.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement within project management practices. Regularly review and enhance methodologies, templates, and processes to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborative Leadership: Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, providing mentorship and guidance to team members. Support professional growth and development, contributing to a positive and motivated team culture.
• Team Leadership: Coach and mentor project management practitioners and share knowledge of best practices.
• Tracking and Monitoring: Track and provide project status and audit reports. Manage the risk, issue and change resolution process, and work with other leaders to take corrective action as needed.

We are seeking a Project Manager to help keep us organized across all of our strategies with the following 3 key responsibilities:

• Write, update, and communicate incisive plans that easily keep all key stakeholders aligned across our organization.
• On a daily basis, manage the backlogs and timelines across our teams.
• On a daily basis, write and maintain high-quality documentation across our teams

We view the following requirements as normal ones for any project manager role:

• Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in project management within the trading, exchange, technology, or related industries.
• If you were involved in systematic trading / coding up systematic trading strategies or exchange matching engine, 2-3 years of experience is sufficient.
• Prior experience in the blockchain industry or trading is preferred, showcasing a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this domain.
• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience in successful project management, emphasizing meticulous project planning and design. Proficiency in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring the delivery of projects within scope and on time.
• Business Acumen: Possess a strong business orientation, with the capacity to synthesize information from diverse sources and translate it into actionable project strategies. The ability to align project goals with broader business objectives is crucial.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. You should be able to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Your interpersonal skills and presentation abilities will contribute to effective team collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborative Mindset: Excel as a team player in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. Your ability to collaborate, inspire, and motivate cross-functional teams will be pivotal to the success of project execution