Software Developer (C++/ Crypto Trading)

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Hiring Remotely in Hong Kong
Remote
Mid level
Agency • Artificial Intelligence • Blockchain • Web3
The Role
Design, develop, and optimize low-latency, high-throughput HFT trading systems using C++ (and optionally Rust/Go). Implement trading algorithms, order execution, and market data pipelines. Collaborate with quants, traders, and infra teams, profile and optimize performance, debug production reliability issues, and write maintainable, well-documented code.
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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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years professional experience in software development with a focus on C++.
  • Strong understanding of low-latency programming, multithreading, and concurrency.
  • Experience with network programming (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 ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience in high-frequency trading or financial systems development.
  • Knowledge of market data protocols (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.
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The Company
7 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

Hyphen Connect is a Web3 and AI talent agency and crypto-integrated software solutions provider that connects blockchain, DeFi, NFT, and AI companies with specialized technical and go-to-market talent globally and remotely. They deliver headhunting, data-driven research, and recruitment services across infrastructure, exchanges, gaming, and DeFi projects, plus industry analysis and hiring insights to help clients build engineering and product teams.

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