algorithmic trading engineer

Client of Ladwig Consulting

<div> </div> <div> Responsibilities: </div> <ul> <li> Develop, test, and deploy automated crypto trading algorithms. </li> <li> Convert existing manual strategies into coded systems (Python preferred). </li> <li> Integrate and manage exchange APIs (Binance, Bybit, OKX, etc.). </li> <li> Build backtesting and monitoring frameworks. </li> <li> Work closely with our trading and analytics team to refine strategy logic. </li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> Technical Skills Required: </div> <ul> <li> Proficiency in Python / Node.js / C++ / Rust. </li> <li> Experience with REST &amp; WebSocket APIs. </li> <li> Familiarity with order book mechanics, risk control, and leverage management. </li> <li> Knowledge of backtesting frameworks (e.g., Backtrader, QuantConnect). </li> <li> Experience in VPS / AWS-based deployment. </li> </ul> <div> Preferred Background: </div> <ul> <li> Prior work in prop trading / institutional algorithmic systems. </li> <li> Optional experience with AI-based or predictive trading models. </li> </ul> <div> </div>

Algorithmic Trading Developer

Keyrock

<div>Backend Rust Engineer - Options Trading
Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.
Today, we rock with over 200 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels and Singapore, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.
We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.
But we&rsquo;re more than a service provider. We&rsquo;re an initiator. We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push the industry's progress with our research and governance initiatives.
At Keyrock, we're not just envisioning the future of digital assets. We're actively building it.
Mission statement 
 
We are looking for a Rust OR C++ Engineer with extensive (HFT) Trading Systems experience, to join our team. As our technology is based on Rust (backend), typescript (UI), and Python (data), the ideal candidate must be willing to learn and become an expert in RUST, if not already proficient. We are open to candidates from C++/C backgrounds as well.
You will be joining our small but rapidly growing Options Business Unit&rsquo;s fully remote engineering team, building out and improving our low latency options trading system. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to solve interesting business problems with a high impact on our bottom line. We are looking for candidates in either Asian or European time-zones.
We are looking for a Rust Engineer with the following skills:<ul><li>
Very strong on scalable systems architecture, simple extendable APIs.</li><li>
Experience with low latency and/or option trading is highly valued.</li><li>
Capable of working in a wider team environment, in a globally remote async team.</li><li>
Pragmatic in their approach to problem solving through iterations, balancing business requirements with a long term technical vision.</li><li>
Complete ownership from gathering initial requirements all the way to deployment.</li><li>
Operational mindset, understanding infrastructure and deployments.</li></ul>
Background and experience<ul><li>
Expert low latency and/or data heavy (trading) systems or similar (5+ years experience).</li><li>
Very strong experience with either Rust and/or C/C++</li><li>
Willingness to become an expert in Rust (if not already).</li><li>
Experience with unit and integration testing, or equivalent functional testing approaches.</li><li>
Options Trading knowledge or a keen interest is considered essential.</li><li>
Previous experience with exchange connectivity and/or FPGA technologies is valuable.</li><li>
Experience with PostgreSQL databases and protobuf-based protocols, or similar technologies, is considered essential.</li></ul>
Competences and personality<ul><li>
Problem solving and pragmatic approach to system design and implementation.</li><li>
Entrepreneurial, &ldquo;big picture&rdquo; architectural thinking, with attention to detail.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with a team player mindset collaborating within a fully remote global team.</li></ul>
Our recruitment philosophy
We value self-awareness in our recruitment process. We seek people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A (crypto) trading enthusiast, driven, collaborative, and delivers solid, scalable outcomes, by using an engineer&rsquo;s biggest weapon: simplicity.
Recruitment process<ul><li>
Initial HR interview</li><li>
Interview with the heads of the Options business unit</li><li>
Technical challenge (home-work type, it is neither a live coding challenge nor pair programming)</li><li>
Challenge debrief (a discussion where you present your solution, guide us through your thought process and receive feedback)</li><li>
Offer</li></ul>
Our offer<ul><li>
A competitive salary package, with various benefits depending on the method of engagement (employee or freelancer).</li><li>
Autonomy in your time management thanks to flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely</li><li>
The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence</li></ul>
As an employer we are committed to build an inclusive, diverse and non-discriminating work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, creed and sexual orientation. We hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.
Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.</div>

Backend Rust Engineer - Options Trading

<div>Backend Rust Engineer - Options Trading
Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.
Today, we rock with over 200 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels and Singapore, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.
We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.
But we&rsquo;re more than a service provider. We&rsquo;re an initiator. We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push the industry's progress with our research and governance initiatives.
At Keyrock, we're not just envisioning the future of digital assets. We're actively building it.
Mission statement 
 
We are looking for a Rust OR C++ Engineer with extensive (HFT) Trading Systems experience, to join our team. As our technology is based on Rust (backend), typescript (UI), and Python (data), the ideal candidate must be willing to learn and become an expert in RUST, if not already proficient. We are open to candidates from C++/C backgrounds as well.
You will be joining our small but rapidly growing Options Business Unit&rsquo;s fully remote engineering team, building out and improving our low latency options trading system. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to solve interesting business problems with a high impact on our bottom line. We are looking for candidates in either Asian or European time-zones.
We are looking for a C++/Rust Engineer with the following skills:<ul><li>
Very strong on scalable systems architecture, simple extendable APIs.</li><li>
Experience with low latency and/or option trading is highly valued.</li><li>
Capable of working in a wider team environment, in a globally remote async team.</li><li>
Pragmatic in their approach to problem solving through iterations, balancing business requirements with a long term technical vision.</li><li>
Complete ownership from gathering initial requirements all the way to deployment.</li><li>
Operational mindset, understanding infrastructure and deployments.</li></ul>
Background and experience<ul><li>
Expert low latency and/or data heavy (trading) systems or similar (5+ years experience).</li><li>
Very strong experience with either Rust and/or C/C++</li><li>
Willingness to become an expert in Rust (if not already).</li><li>
Experience with unit and integration testing, or equivalent functional testing approaches.</li><li>
Options Trading knowledge or a keen interest is considered essential.</li><li>
Previous experience with exchange connectivity and/or FPGA technologies is valuable.</li><li>
Experience with PostgreSQL databases and protobuf-based protocols, or similar technologies, is considered essential.</li></ul>
Competences and personality<ul><li>
Problem solving and pragmatic approach to system design and implementation.</li><li>
Entrepreneurial, &ldquo;big picture&rdquo; architectural thinking, with attention to detail.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with a team player mindset collaborating within a fully remote global team.</li></ul>
Our recruitment philosophy
We value self-awareness in our recruitment process. We seek people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A (crypto) trading enthusiast, driven, collaborative, and delivers solid, scalable outcomes, by using an engineer&rsquo;s biggest weapon: simplicity.
Recruitment process<ul><li>
Initial HR interview</li><li>
Interview with the heads of the Options business unit</li><li>
Technical challenge (home-work type, it is neither a live coding challenge nor pair programming)</li><li>
Challenge debrief (a discussion where you present your solution, guide us through your thought process and receive feedback)</li><li>
Offer</li></ul>
Our offer<ul><li>
A competitive salary package, with various benefits depending on the method of engagement (employee or freelancer).</li><li>
Autonomy in your time management thanks to flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely</li><li>
The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence</li></ul>
As an employer we are committed to build an inclusive, diverse and non-discriminating work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, creed and sexual orientation. We hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.
Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.</div>

C++ Engineer - Options Trading

<div>Job title: C++/Rust Engineer - Trading
About Keyrock
Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.
Today, we rock with over 180 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels, Singapore and Paris, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.
We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.
But we&rsquo;re more than a service provider. We&rsquo;re an initiator. We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push the industry's progress with our research and governance initiatives.
At Keyrock, we're not just envisioning the future of digital assets. We're actively building it.
Mission statement 
We are seeking a Rust or C++ Engineer with trading experience to join our core Market Making Services team. Our technology stack is built on Rust, Node.js, and Python, and while Rust proficiency is preferred, we welcome strong C++/C engineers who are eager to learn and master Rust.
As part of the core Market Making Services engineering team, you will drive continuous improvement in trading infrastructure and system performance. You will join a highly-profitable, fast-paced business unit within Keyrock, where you will be able to make a big impact on the bottom line while collaborating in a global fully remote team. This role is open to candidates located in European or US time zones.
Job description<ul><li>
Develop and optimise low-latency options trading systems</li><li>
Collaborate with quants, traders, and engineers to enhance trading strategies</li><li>
Maintain and improve trading infrastructure, ensuring high performance and stability</li><li>
Design and implement efficient, scalable, and resilient trading solutions</li><li>
Troubleshoot and enhance exchange connectivity and execution speed</li><li>
Support functional and component testing for critical trading components</li></ul>
Background and experience
Technical Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Strong experience in Rust and/or C++ (C background also considered)</li><li>
Prior experience in a trading environment (HFT, Market Making, Prop Trading, or similar)</li><li>
Eagerness to become an expert in Rust (if not already)</li><li>
Experience with protobuf-based protocols or similar.</li><li>
Exchange connectivity experience (strongly preferred)</li><li>
Experience in High-Frequency Options Trading and low-latency systems (nice to have)</li></ul>
Soft Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>
Ownership &amp; Reliability &ndash; Take full responsibility for your work. Write high-quality, maintainable code, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments. Anticipate and proactively address potential issues before they arise.</li><li>
Initiative &amp; Problem-Solving &ndash; Approach challenges with a problem-solving entrepreneurial mindset. Make sound, independent judgments and take the initiative to drive solutions rather than waiting for instructions.</li><li>
Operational Diligence &ndash; Respond strategically to technical and operational challenges, ensuring robust and reliable trading infrastructure while instilling confidence in the team&rsquo;s processes.</li><li>
Curiosity &amp; Growth Mindset &ndash; Continuously seek to improve your technical skills and knowledge. Stay ahead of industry trends and take the initiative to practice and explore new technologies that excite you.</li><li>
Excellent Communication Skills with a team player mindset, collaborating within a fully remote global team.</li></ul>
Our recruitment philosophy
We value self-awareness and powerful communication skills in our recruitment process. We seek fiercely passionate people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A crypto enthusiast who&rsquo;s driven, collaborative, acts with ownership and delivers solid, scalable outcomes.
Our offer<ul><li>
A competitive salary package</li><li>
Autonomy in your time management thanks to flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely</li><li>
The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence</li></ul>
As an employer we are committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, and hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.
Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.
https://keyrock.com/careers/</div>

C++ Engineer - Trading

Universis Capital Partner

C++ Quant Developer Engineer technology - trading developer / hybrid / full time 
Who are we looking for: C++ Quant Developer Engineer We are looking for a talented quant developer engineer to create secure and functional code. You will provide quality coding solutions for both simple applications and complex information or systems. The candidate must have a passion for technology and code creation. Attention to detail and an analytical mind are essential qualities for a successful application. Design and build superior and innovative software by writing clean and flawless code. The objective is to work directly with our team of traders, engineers, analysts and data scientists to develop our trading algorithmic infrastructure, including; development and creation of trading algorithms, bringing new functionality, integration of third party APIs, integration of new liquidity sources, enhancements to current infrastructure, structuring of financial systems, with a special focus on developing low latency trading systems. The ideal candidate would be passionate about algorithmic and crypto trading, specialized in building low level systems. With knowledge in algorithmic trading based on Data Mining, Big data, Quants, Machine Learning, with predictive and risk management capabilities to implement high frequency and low latency systems, HFT, Market Making, arbitrage systems.
 Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Programming and implementation of commercial algorithms.</li> <li>Collaborate with business analysts and quants to produce algorithm designs and improve agility and execution of strategies.</li> <li>Develop advanced tick-by-tick backtesting simulation systems to enable rapid strategy prototyping and improved research accuracy.</li> <li>Increase performance management by improving risk, quantification.</li> <li>Interact directly with the business or provide support to the commercial, development and operational teams, supervising to implement changes, technological improvements and solve incidents or problems.</li> <li>Transform designs and specifications into high performance code in the appropriate language, creating high quality code with technical documentation.</li> <li>Integrate individual code solutions into higher-level systems. Work to ensure high performance, security and scalability of business applications.</li> <li>Monitor periodically to ensure that it produces the desired results and perform debugging when necessary.</li> <li>Performing upgrades to make code and systems more secure and efficient. Participating in product quality control.</li> <li>Collaborate in the development of our ultra-low latency commercial platform.</li> <li>Integraci n de las API con terceros; intercambios, bancos y corredores entre otros.</li> <li>Design, development and improvement of main libraries.</li> <li>Collaborate with other teams, including; strategy reviews, code and common programming advice.</li> </ul>
 Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Science or similar.</li> <li>Strong programming skills in C++, Java, XML, Python.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge with relational databases, MySQL, Mongo, Influx technologies.</li> <li>An analytical and problem-solving mindset.</li> <li>Demonstrable ability to discover and correct bugs in code.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, but in a collaborative team environment.</li> <li>Deep curiosity about financial trading and the digital blockchain ecosystem.</li> <li>Entrepreneurial mindset, persistent and disciplined with a high degree of motivation and involvement.</li> <li>High level of English, fluent oral and written communication.</li> </ul>
 Experience: <ul> <li>More than 2 years of proven experience as a C++ programmer.</li> <li>Experience in developing financial algorithms, with predictive analytics and risk control.</li> <li>Experience with AWS, Google Cloud, Linux.</li> <li>Experience in the financial sector: algorithmic developer, High Frequency Trading, Derivatives Trading, Options trading.</li> </ul>
 Other required skills: <ul> <li>Data Mining, Big data, Quants, Machine Learning, HFT, Market Making, Pure and cross, Arbitrage of different modalities.</li></ul>

C++ Quant Developer Engineer

Assam Agro Tech Ltd

Quant Trainee (Data Analyst/Developer) - RemoteRole Summary: Develop, test, and optimize data-driven trading tools. Focus on high-performance data handling, backtesting, and algorithmic execution support.Requirements:<ul><li>Strong coding skills in Python</li><li>Solid foundation in Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science.</li><li>Good understanding of trading will be helpful</li><li>Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to master financial/trading systems.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Monthly Stipend: &#8377;5,000 &ndash; &#8377;10,000 (Based on experience).</li><li>Key Benefit: Receive intensive, proprietary training in algorithmic trading strategies and market microstructure.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: &#8377;5,000.00 - &#8377;10,000.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Quant Developer & Data Analyst (Algo Trading)

GitMax

Office We are looking for a motivated and experienced C++/Rust Developer to join our hiring partner team building algorithmic trading systems. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai with relocation support, including accommodation covered as part of the relocation package. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Participate in the development and optimization of algorithmic trading systems</li> <li>Write clean, high-performance code in C++ or Rust</li> <li>Work with a team of engineers and quants to deliver robust, scalable trading infrastructure</li> <li>Optionally, contribute using Python for scripting or tooling tasks</li> <li>Solve complex problems in low-latency environments</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>3+ year of professional experience in C++ or Rust</li> <li>Solid software engineering fundamentals and interest in high-performance systems</li> <li>Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field</li> <li>Preferred: Graduates from HSE (Faculty of Computer Science) or MIPT (Faculty of Innovation and High Technology)</li> <li>Advantage: Participation or awards in math/programming Olympiads</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Ability to relocate and work on-site in Dubai</li> </ul> Nice to Have: <ul> <li>Python programming experience</li> <li>Familiarity with algorithmic trading systems or finance domain</li> <li>Previous experience in competitive programming or hackathons</li> </ul> What We Offer: <ul> <li>Competitive annual salary: $80,000 $120,000 USD</li> <li>Relocation support including accommodation expenses covered</li> <li>Opportunity to work with a talented international team in one of the most dynamic markets</li> <li>Fast-paced environment with long-term growth opportunities</li> </ul>

C++/ Rust Developer

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