Data scientist

Responsibilities

Strategy Development:Design and optimize quantitative trading strategies using statistical modeling, machine learning, and data-driven insights across digital asset markets.

Market Signal Research:Analyze large-scale datasets—including order book, tick-level, on-chain, and macroeconomic data—to identify predictive signals and alpha opportunities.

Backtesting & Simulation:Build and enhance robust backtesting frameworks to validate trading hypotheses under various market conditions and stress scenarios.

Execution Optimization:Collaborate with developers to integrate predictive models into low-latency trading systems and continuously improve execution performance.

Portfolio Analytics:Conduct post-trade analysis, PnL decomposition, and contribute to systematic portfolio optimization initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Applied Math, Statistics, or related fields.

3+ years (mid-level) or 6+ years (senior) of experience in algorithmic or quantitative trading.

Solid background in Python (NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch) and/or C++ for performance-critical components.

Experience working with market microstructure data, including order books and tick-level data.

Strong foundation in probability theory, time-series modeling, and optimization.

Bonus: Experience with kdb+/q, columnar/time-series databases, or high-frequency trading systems. Bonus: Familiarity with crypto market structure, DEX/CEX dynamics, and derivatives trading.

Excellent communication and documentation skills; Self-driven, curious, and passionate about building scalable trading systems with impact.

Why Binance

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem

• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure

• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment

• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning

• Competitive salary and company benefits

• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success