Whom are we looking for?
BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global cryptocurrency derivatives and spot trading while expanding into new markets. As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Mid-Office team amid our exciting scale-up phase!
What will you do?
In this role, you will design, build, and maintain the systems that keep our trading operation precise, scalable, and compliant. Your work will span data engineering, systems design, and close collaboration with trading and operations teams.
You will:
Build & scale: Design and develop new high-performance Python components that push the boundaries of scalability and efficiency
Own the numbers: Maintain and improve our position and account bookkeeping system, ensuring accuracy across exchanges and markets
Enable insights: Deliver reliable business data, integrating it with trading logic to inform real-time decisions
Monitor & control: Oversee position, equity, and trade monitoring across all exchanges we operate on
Meet compliance: Handle reporting for both internal business intelligence and regulatory requirements
Innovate: Drive projects from concept to deployment with full ownership. Your ideas will directly shape our operations
What is in it for you?
A full-time position in a relaxed and modern office in Amsterdam
Competitive compensation consisting of a base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on individual and company performance
Outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund
Pension plan, company laptop, and reimbursement of your internet costs at home
An extensive in-house training program and an annual learning & development budget
The opportunity to work at the forefront of automated trading using state-of-the-art technology, in an environment that embraces AI to both accelerate productivity and advance our systems and models
Gym membership reimbursement and the opportunity to engage in various sports during working hours, including kickboxing, CrossFit, fitness, and soccer
Regular social events, including weekly Friday drinks, monthly outings, quarterly sports competitions and bi-annual trips abroad
Daily breakfast and warm lunch. Additionally, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day
For internationals: All-in relocation package and Dutch classes
Our culture
At our core, we are a team of passionate trading and tech enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing trading through automation. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.
In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.
We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation and benefits, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to personal development transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.
Join us to unlock your potential and drive innovation in the exciting world of algorithmic trading.
1+ years of commercial working experience as a Software Engineer using Python and SQL in high-scale/high-up-time systems (terrabytes of data).
Familiarity with Grafana & PostgreSQL
A critical mind that follows things until completion
The ability to confidently work on completely new components
A high level of responsibility and ownership
Good written and verbal communication skills in English
What We Do
The decentralization of proof of assets is inevitable and we are committed to accelerating this transformation by facilitating liquidity. To power our trading system, we leverage state-of-the-art software and sophisticated mathematical models. Coupled with our global network, we ensure unparalleled speed and precision in derivatives trading, positioning BlockTech at the forefront of financial innovation.
