Description:

Alpaca is a US California headquartered brokerage infrastructure technology company and self-clearing broker-dealer, delivering execution and custody solutions for Stocks, ETFs, Options, Cryptocurrencies, and more.
The company has raised over $170 million in funding and serves hundreds of financial institutions globally.
The team consists of 150+ globally distributed members from various countries, including the USA, Canada, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Brazil, and the United Kingdom.
The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining systems and services that empower millions of users trading billions of dollars worth of assets.
The Trading API Team develops and maintains all interactive products within the ecosystem, focusing on delivering seamless, high-quality experiences for diverse stakeholders.
The role involves architecting and developing web applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, owning the delivery of high-visibility features/projects, and mentoring junior developers.

Requirements:

A minimum of 5+ years of experience in software development is required.
Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as React, GoLang, or Python, with a preference for Go and React.
Strong system design skills, including object-oriented data modeling, service-oriented architectures, and system abstraction.
Previous software engineering experience with trading or exchange systems (OMS, EMS, exchanges, market making, algorithmic trading, quant trading) is a plus.
Hands-on knowledge of Bash, Linux, and Docker; Kubernetes experience is a plus.
Experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure is required.

Competitive salary and stock options are offered.
Health benefits start on day 1, including Medical, Dental, and Vision in the US, supplemental health care in Canada, local benefits in Japan, and a stipend for international medical costs.
A one-time home-office setup allowance of USD $500 is provided for new hires.
A monthly stipend of USD $150 is available via a Brex Card.
Employees have the opportunity to work with talented individuals, smart clients, and innovative partners from around the world.