VP, Algo Trading / SOR Developer (Fintech)

TL;DR

VP, Algo Trading / SOR Developer (Java): Designing and developing a low-latency, high-throughput EMS/Smart Order Router system with an accent on intelligent routing algorithms and execution quality. Focus on building greenfield algorithmic trading systems, optimizing system performance under real-world conditions, and integrating AI tools to improve productivity.

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Salary: $160,000 - $185,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence.

What you will do

• Design and develop a low-latency, high-throughput EMS/Smart Order Router (SOR) system.
• Implement intelligent routing algorithms based on execution quality, liquidity, latency, and cost.
• Collaborate with traders and product managers to refine routing logic and build new algorithmic capabilities.
• Monitor and optimize system performance under real-world trading conditions.
• Contribute to system resilience, business continuity, and provide support for production trading issues.
• Leverage generative AI and automation platforms to improve development productivity and output quality.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience developing routing strategies for FX or crypto markets using Java.
• Proven track record of building low-latency systems and working with multicast/unicast market data feeds.
• Strong proficiency in trading system architecture (OMS/EMS, market gateways).
• Deep understanding of concurrency, networking, and memory management.
• Experience with Linux systems and performance profiling tools.
• Knowledge of tick data analytics and real-time market data processing.

Nice to have

• Experience in DeFi or the crypto industry.
• Experience with trade internalization and crossing networks.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP) or DevOps processes.
• Exposure to regulatory or compliance-driven environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus.
• Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible paid time off.
• 3% 401(k) company contribution and comprehensive company-paid health benefits.
• Generous paid parental leave and family planning benefits for US employees.
• Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches.