The Role
The Software Architect for Liquidity Platform will develop and implement trading strategies, optimize performance, and assist in troubleshooting, leveraging a strong technical background in application development and market knowledge.
Summary Generated by Built In
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.
Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
About the Opportunity
Liquidity Platform provides cutting-edge technology that covers all aspects of crypto trading. We build low-latency connectivity to global crypto venues, including both CeFi and DeFi venues, strategy services for automated pricing and trading bots, high-frequency data capturing and analysis, and state-of-art micro frontend for trading management. On top of all these infrastructures, we build highly customized strategies to facilitate crypto liquidities.
If you are a quantitatively-minded technologist who is passionate about crypto markets, understands the intricacies of cross-venue market making, and is excited about building profitable trading strategies, we should talk.
We are looking for a Quant Developer for Liquidity Platform Delta One Strategy Engineering Team. During your tenure with us, you will be working at the intersection of quantitative research and software engineering, developing and implementing sophisticated market making strategies across multiple venues. You will demonstrate and develop professional capabilities in the following areas: quantitative modeling, risk management, market microstructure analysis, cross-venue arbitrage opportunities, and building robust automated trading systems.
About the Team
Welcome to our team of visionary architects at OKX Liquidity Platform. We are a small but mighty group of innovators dedicated to pioneering the future of low-latency trading.
Our passion lies in pushing the boundary of what's possible. We are composed of experts from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a unique set of skills and perspectives. From hardware to HA/LB/DR, we are committed to delivering solutions that are both efficient and groundbreaking.
What You'll Be Doing- Work as a hands-on developer to deliver requested features
- Act as a performance expert to sit in design meetings
- Continuously identify performance hotspots and carry out optimizations
- Participate in support rota and assist in issue investigations
- Solid STEM education background
- Versatility and learning agility
- Able to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and presentation skills
- Application development experience of 3 years or above
- Familiarity with Aeron, Disruptor, JVM, network stack, low-level programming, and hardware architecture is a great plus
- Knowledge of financial market / crypto trading is a plus
- Competitive total compensation package
- L&D programs and education subsidy for employees' growth and development
- Various team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowance
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
- More that we love to tell you along the process!
Please note that Hong Kong is a group-level service hub, and OKX does not carry on a business of operating a virtual asset trading platform in Hong Kong.
Notice:
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Skills Required
- Application development experience of 3 years or above
- Solid STEM education background
- Familiarity with Aeron, Disruptor, JVM, network stack, low-level programming, and hardware architecture
- Knowledge of financial market / crypto trading
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive or above market, especially in engineering, product, and legal roles across major hubs. This positioning is consistently cited as a major attraction for candidates.
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Healthcare Strength — Role descriptions indicate comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with employer-paid premiums in some cases. Health coverage is highlighted alongside core benefits like PTO and parental leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Allowances for education and fitness, meal perks and snacks, team-building budgets, and structured learning programs are described across locations. These extras enhance the total rewards package beyond base pay.
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto. In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX’s vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.
