Software Developer, Software Engineer

We’re partnering with a high‑performance trading firm to find a seasoned software engineer who’s eager to build, optimize, and support the critical systems that power real‑time trading. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working close to the metal, thrives in latency‑sensitive environments, and is comfortable navigating both legacy and greenfield codebases.

• Design and implement foundational components of real‑time trading infrastructure
• Enhance and support existing systems responsible for market connectivity, stability, and performance
• Develop tools that interface with various electronic exchanges and maintain reliable data pipelines
• Collaborate closely with quantitative researchers and traders to align system capabilities with strategic initiatives
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, continuously improving system resilience and performance
• Participate in technical planning and process improvement discussions
• Jump into new priorities as the landscape evolves

• 3+ years of professional software development experience (or equivalent track record), ideally in fast‑paced environments such as financial trading, crypto, or algorithmic sports betting
• Strong command of Python plus a compiled language such as C++ or Java
• Comfort building high‑performance networked applications with a focus on low latency
• Analytical mindset with a track record of solving complex, systems‑level challenges
• Clear and concise communication skills across technical and non‑technical teams
• Self‑sufficient but collaborative—able to thrive solo or in cross‑functional groups
• Bonus points for hands‑on experience in live trading system development or exchange integration
• Consistent and dependable availability for mission‑critical systems

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

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