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HFT Financial Institution

Lead Blockchain Engineer - Rust

Permanent
$200k - $400k per annum
New York
Hybrid
Crypto and Blockchain

My client, a New York based HFT Financial Institution, has a need for a Lead Blockchain Engineer - Rust.

A digital assets company is developing a comprehensive platform for trading and generating yield on assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. As a Software Engineer on the Trading team, you will collaborate closely with the Quantitative Strategies team, focusing on yield generation and enhancing your skills in a dynamic environment.

This hands-on role involves developing the Rust Ecosystem and writing code for new product features, allowing you to create secure, scalable cloud-based services using modern practices. You'll work alongside technical leads and architects while mentoring junior engineers.

The Trading Team manages cryptocurrency trading through platform services and APIs, featuring a crossing engine and smart router to connect client orders with exchanges and liquidity providers. The platform also aggregates market data and offers various user interfaces and services.

The company promotes a hybrid working model, combining onsite and offsite work, emphasizing the importance of both for business strategy and culture. Committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, the organization values unique perspectives and experiences, aiming to create an environment that attracts top talent and supports associates in achieving their goals.

Who we are:

A digital assets company is developing a full-service enterprise-grade platform for trading and yield generation on assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. As a Software Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Trading team, collaborating closely with the Quantitative Strategies team focused on yield generation.

This hands-on role involves building out the Rust Ecosystem and writing code for new product features, creating secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-based services using modern software practices. You will work alongside technical leads and architects while mentoring junior engineers.

The Trading Team manages cryptocurrency trading through platform services and APIs, featuring a crossing engine and smart router to connect client orders with exchanges and liquidity providers, as well as aggregating market data and offering various user interfaces and services.

Your Background:

  • BSc or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience with building out Rust based applications, preferably within financial technologies.
  • Experience in high-volume, low-latency real-time messaging for electronic trading, and/or DEX.
  • Proven hands-on development skills and technology leadership.
  • Ability to translate business needs into technology solutions.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring:

  • 5+ years of hands on development experience in a Fintech/Services environment
  • Expertise with Rust
  • Proficiency in Linux, shell scripting, multi-processing, and parallel computing (including Python).
  • Experience with CI & CD tools, version control systems (Git/Jenkins preferred).
  • Familiarity with big data technologies and cloud services like AWS.

The Offer:

  • Competitive hourly rate on W2 – full-time contract (12 month minimum) with potential for extension or conversion to full-time employment based on performance.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced trading environment in the digital assets division.
  • Chance to work on cross-chain solutions.

To find out more, or to discuss your application, reach out to Clayton Smith on csmith@trilogyinternational.com or +1 (332) 400-3966.

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