OKX offers $270,000 salary to quant traders

Crypto exchange OKX is hiring a senior quant trader in the US with a salary of up to $270,000 per year.

The position will be based in San Jose, California. OKX requires candidates to have previous experience in systematic trading.

The successful candidate will “collaborate with product teams to identify, develop and test hypotheses for growth experiments,” according to a LinkedIn job post.

They will also “manage systematic trading strategies and manual trade execution,” the crypto exchange said.

“The salary range for this position is $223,661 to $268,333. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location,” OKX added.

The company is also offering a performance bonus and long-term incentives. In April 2025, OKX announced the launch of its centralized crypto exchange and OKX Wallet in the United States, alongside the establishment of its regional headquarters in San Jose.

“Our entry into America is more than a market expansion—it’s a commitment to responsible growth. As regulations evolve, OKX is working closely with US regulators and policymakers to ensure we operate transparently and compliantly,” Roshan Robert, OKX US CEO said in April.