Software Developer (C++/ Crypto Trading)
hyphenconnect· Engineering
About this role
We are hiring for one of our ecosystem projects in the digital asset space. Currently seeking a Software Developer with expertise in C++ to design, develop, and optimize our HFT platform. You will work on low-latency, high-throughput systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions for real-time trading environments.
Job Description:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading systems using C++, Rust, and/or Golang.
- Optimize code for ultra-low latency and high throughput to meet the demands of HFT environments.
- Implement and enhance trading algorithms, order execution systems, and market data processing pipelines.
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and infrastructure teams to integrate new features and improve system performance.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to best practices.
- Debug and resolve complex performance and reliability issues in production systems.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to enhance platform capabilities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on C++.
- Strong understanding of low-latency programming, multithreading, and concurrency.
- Experience with network programming (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP) and socket-level optimizations.
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and performance profiling tools.
- Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design for high-performance applications.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Nice to have:
- Experience in high-frequency trading or financial systems development.
- Knowledge of market data protocols (e.g., FIX, ITCH, OUCH) and exchange connectivity.
- Familiarity with Rust’s memory safety features or Golang’s concurrency model (goroutines, channels).
- Understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture.
- Experience with performance optimization techniques, such as cache locality and lock-free programming.
- Exposure to quantitative finance or trading strategies is a plus.
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This Software Developer (C++/ Crypto Trading) position at hyphenconnect was posted on Jul 14, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Software Developer (C++/ Crypto Trading)
hyphenconnect
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