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Senior Software Engineer - Pro - C++ - Market Data

Kraken
Europe
Full time
$146,000 - $234,000 per year
Remote

Overview

Department

Engineering

Job type

Full time

Compensation

$146,000 - $234,000 per year

Location

Europe

Company size

Mature [ 50+ employess ]

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Develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken trading engine. Build and design solutions that mitigate risk, implement security, and protect both systems and data.

Requirements

  • Prior experience in at least one of the following using Linux - distributed and/or highly-concurrent systems; low-latency and/or high-volume transaction environments
  • 5+ years experience working with C++
  • High level of proficiency in Python, Java, and SQL strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge of advanced order types, trading systems, and financial products
  • Experience profiling and optimising code (CPU, memory, network)
  • Cryptocurrency/Blockchain familiarity highly preferable
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to both prioritise tasks and adhere to aggressive deadlines
  • BS in a technical or quantitative field
  • Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken trading engine
  • Build and design solutions that mitigate risk, implement security, and protect both systems and data
  • Improve site performance by designing and implementing low-latency and high-availability applications
  • Construct dynamically scalable platforms capable of heavy transaction volume
  • Write reusable, testable, and efficient code
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to product roadmap accomplishment
  • Work collaboratively on a distributed team leveraging soft skills to effectively communicate and engage with stakeholders
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