Software Engineer – C++ – Low-Latency Trading Systems (Crypto)

TL;DR

Software Engineer – C++ – Low-Latency Trading Systems (Crypto): Developing and optimizing low-latency infrastructure for high-performance trading operations across CeFi and DeFi platforms with an accent on microsecond latencies, high throughput, and system reliability. Focus on designing performant components, algorithmic improvements for reduced latency, and production deployment with monitoring.

Location: Remote | Open to candidates based in the UK, Europe, Hong Kong, Singapore, or Australia

Up to £350k TC

Company

A leading digital asset trading firm operating across more than 10 global locations and connected to over 50 trading venues, facilitating 3-4% of global daily trading volume.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and optimize components of low-latency trading infrastructure in C++ and Python
• Collaborate with traders, middle office, and engineering stakeholders to deliver solutions for CeFi and DeFi
• Own deployment, monitoring, and resolution of production issues focusing on uptime and performance
• Identify architectural and algorithmic improvements to reduce latency and increase throughput
• Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and code reviews

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience developing performant, production-grade software
• At least 3 years of professional experience in both C++ and Python
• Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and systems programming
• Demonstrated ability to build low-latency, high-throughput systems
• Comfortable balancing rapid feature delivery with system robustness and reliability
• Strong communicator capable of articulating technical ideas clearly
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field with strong academic results

Nice to have

• Interest in financial systems, market microstructure, or cryptocurrency trading

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote and flexible working environment
• High degree of autonomy and ability to influence technical direction and business outcomes
• Collaborative, high-performance, engineering-driven culture with flat structure and fast feedback loops
• Empowerment to take ownership, move quickly, and solve meaningful problems at scale