VP Engineering (Systematic), Crypto Hedge Fund

at  Hermeneutic Investments

ABOUT US

We are a rapidly growing crypto hedge fund, 2 years old, managing a 9-figure AUM, generating 200%+ annualized returns with a 4 Sharpe.
Our Systematic Trading arm is looking for a VP of Engineering to lead and grow the current team.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years of experience at a top-tier Quant Trading firm as a hands-on engineer encompassing everything from design to development and monitoring of historical and real-time systems which are high-availability and fault tolerant.
• In addition to the above, at least 5 years of experience as a technology team leader at a top-tier technology or trading firm, building and leading talented technical teams of at least 5-10 people.
• Bilingual Mandarin/English fluency is preferred given the location of the team (Taipei).
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences along with a strong sense of urgency.
• Proven success in establishing and achieving key technology milestones, short and long term priorities and ability to shift direction in a fast paced environment.
• Preference for Taiwan-based or APAC-based candidates, relocation/remote work option available.
• Bachelor degree in computer systems engineering from a recognized university (Master preferred).

• Oversight and responsibility for all aspects of technology systems and infrastructure across the systematic team.
• Architect the technology team and systems to scale with the goals of the business over the short and long-term.
• Implement a process-driven framework for engineers to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple projects with varying complexities and timelines.
• Build and maintain an environment where the company’s technology team culture flourishes - encouraging open technical dialog between engineers, enhancing business partnerships, continuously improving technical systems, and adopting modern-day technology best practices.