Software Engineer - Exchange - C++
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values.
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by a desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
As a fully remote team, Krakenites are located in 70+ countries and speak over 50 languages.
The Exchange team builds the trading backend services such as the matching engine, market data gateways, APIs, margin systems, and related trading services.
This role is part of that team and will have a global reach.
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 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 communicate and engage stakeholders
Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience in at least one of the following using Linux – distributed and/or highly concurrent systems; low-latency and/or high-volume transactions
3+ years experience working with modern C++
High level of proficiency in Python, Rust, and SQL strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of order types, trading systems, and financial products highly desirable
Experience profiling and optimising code (CPU, memory, network)
Cryptocurrency/Blockchain familiarity highly preferable
Proactive mindset with ability to prioritise tasks and adhere to aggressive deadlines
BS in a technical or quantitative field
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Location
Fully Remote (EU)
Salary
$60,000.00 – $120,000.00
Benefits & Equal Opportunity
Kraken is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Application
This role is accepting ongoing applications; there is no application deadline.
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