Quantitative Research Internship – Algorithmic Trading

About the role

AboutSakana, a fast‑growing digital‑assets signal and strategy provider, is looking for a Quantitative Research Intern to join its algorithmic trading team in Paris. You will work on designing, implementing and evaluating trading algorithms while gaining exposure to cutting‑edge data analysis and market‑structure research.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and deploy algorithmic trading strategies.
• Analyze large data sets with advanced statistical methods to uncover trading opportunities.
• Contribute to libraries of analytical computations supporting market data analysis and trading.
• Perform post‑trade analysis of strategy performance and risk mitigation.
• Develop a strong understanding of market structure across exchanges and asset classes.

Required profile

• Pursuing a master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Econometrics or a related field.
• Very strong analytical skills and great attention to detail.
• Proactive, ownership‑oriented, flexible and able to work under pressure.
• Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies.
• No prior finance or digital‑assets experience required.

Required skills

• Programming proficiency in at least one major language such as C++, Java or Python.
• Knowledge of Unix/Linux systems (a plus).

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in one of the fastest‑growing algorithmic trading firms.
• Significant responsibility and ownership compared with traditional trading firms.
• Fun and inspiring work environment.
• Internship duration of 3 to 6 months, with occasional remote work permitted.