Remote Senior Trading Technology Engineer (Java)

Description:

• BitMEX is seeking a Senior Trading Technology Engineer proficient in Java to join their team remotely in Asia.
• BitMEX is a leading cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform known for its innovation, liquidity, and security standards.
• The platform offers low latency, deep liquidity, and high availability to cryptocurrency derivatives traders.
• BitMEX has a strong focus on security, with no history of lost coins.
• The Trading Engine team at BitMEX is responsible for various aspects including order management, risk management, and market data distribution.
• The role involves designing, developing, and delivering trading system components, implementing new features, and collaborating with financial products and quantitative researchers.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for software development, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality over quantity.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of programming experience in high-performance Java applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM discipline.
• Experience in developing financial trading applications within industries like Hedge Funds, Investment Banks, or Exchanges.
• Proficiency in modern software development fundamentals, testing practices like TDD and BDD, design patterns, and object-oriented programming principles.
• Understanding of algorithms, Java Memory Model, and concurrency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to simplify complex problems.
• Genuine passion for software development and continuous learning.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on a globally leading cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform.
• Chance to be part of a team scaling the BitMEX trading platform to millions of users and transactions per second.
• Collaborate with a team of strong technologists and contribute to building the next generation of electronic trading systems.
• Mentorship opportunities and involvement in driving firm initiatives.
• Remote work in Asia with a focus on innovation and growth in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.