Market Data Specialist Desciption

Job Description

Blockhouse's success stems from our groundbreaking approach to quantitative finance, blending sophisticated mathematical models with robust financial strategies to redefine market dynamics. We are seeking a Quantitative Market Data Analyst Intern to enhance our data curation capabilities and ensure that our foundational market data is robust, accurate, and tailored to drive high-quality analytics and execution in the blockchain and cryptocurrency markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Cleaning

• Gather, clean, and organize large-scale datasets from blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum, Solana) and cryptocurrency exchanges (e.g., Coinbase, OKX).

• Ensure data consistency, accuracy, and integrity, with a primary focus on crypto market data such as on-chain data, trading volumes, liquidity, and market sentiment.

AWS Data Infrastructure

• Leverage AWS services such as S3, Redshift, and Athena to efficiently process and manage data pipelines for high-performance analytics.

• Implement data extraction processes for blockchain data and cryptocurrency exchange feeds to integrate into analytics pipelines.

Blockchain Protocol Expertise

• Work with blockchain data protocols (e.g., Ethereum JSON-RPC, Solana RPC) and cryptocurrency exchange APIs (e.g., Coinbase Pro, OKX) to develop and maintain data handlers that account for blockchain-specific data structures and transaction dynamics.

• Address complex scenarios in blockchain transactions, including token transfers, gas fees, and decentralized finance (DeFi) operations.

Crypto-Specific Data Challenges

• Develop and implement methods to measure transaction costs, slippage, and liquidity in cryptocurrency markets.

• Analyze multi-asset and cross-chain trades to optimize data alignment and accuracy for analytics and trading strategies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Educational Background

• Currently pursuing or having completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or related technical fields.

• Bachelor’s students with a strong willingness to learn and work hard are encouraged to apply.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, pipeline development, and interacting with blockchain protocols (e.g., web3.py for Ethereum, Solana RPC).

• Hands-on experience with AWS tools such as S3, Redshift, and Athena.

• Familiarity with blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Solana) and cryptocurrency exchange APIs (e.g., Coinbase Pro, OKX).

• Experience with cryptocurrency market data formats and structures (e.g., block data, transaction receipts, order books).

• Knowledge of SQL for querying and aggregating blockchain and crypto data.

• JavaScript (optional, for Web3 development) for interacting with Ethereum-based smart contracts using web3.js or ethers.js.

• Solidity (optional, for smart contract analysis) for understanding and interacting with Ethereum-based smart contracts.

• Go or Rust (optional, for Solana or other high-performance blockchain ecosystems).

Market Microstructure Knowledge

• Understanding of crypto market dynamics, including liquidity pools, tokenomics, and on-chain vs off-chain data.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Detail-oriented with a strong aptitude for addressing data inconsistencies and enhancing data reliability.

Communication

• Effective at conveying technical insights and challenges across multidisciplinary teams.

Why You Should Join Us:

Innovative Environment

• Work with a forward-thinking team on groundbreaking financial data analytics projects.

Expert Team

• Collaborate with top-tier talent, learning from professionals deeply experienced in finance and technology.

Professional Growth

• Develop expertise in financial data engineering, AWS infrastructure, and quantitative analytics.

Compensation

• Equity-only compensation that reflects the value of your contributions.

Work Hours

• A part-time role with 20-30 hours per week, offering flexibility and immediate start dates.

For International Students:

At Blockhouse, we value talent from across the globe and support international students through e-verification, CPT/OPT documentation, and flexible international payment arrangements.

If you’re eager to leverage your skills in blockchain and crypto market data curation and AWS infrastructure to solve complex financial challenges, join us at Blockhouse and shape the future of finance.