The opportunity

📍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

Skills you should HODL

📍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