Software Engineer Low Latency Trading

Digital Wave Finance
Zug, Switzerland
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Zug, Switzerland

Tech stack

C++
Cloud Computing
Computer Programming
Computer Engineering
Github
Python
Shell Script
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Information Technology
Low Latency

Job description

We're looking for a Software Engineer who lives and breathes low-level programming and high-performance computing. You will work alongside researchers and engineers to build, improve, and maintain our low-latency, high-throughput trading infrastructure. From collecting quotes and trades from exchanges around the world in the most efficient way possible to tackling big-data challenges at scale, this role demands someone who is obsessed with performance, precision, and squeezing out every last microsecond

Requirements

  • Creativity, self-motivation, drive to perfection to solve challenging problems down to the nanosecond range
  • Expert level C/C++ design and programming skills
  • Must prove hands-on experiences working on big projects in C/C++ in a dynamic environment
  • Demonstration of active GitHub account (or similar proof)
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP, UDP, etc.) with low level networking knowledge preferred
  • Deep knowledge of algorithms, complexity, statistics and algebra
  • At least Master's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related area
  • Solid experience with scripting languages (Python, shell scripting, etc.)
  • Familiarity with cloud computing infrastructure (a plus)

Benefits & conditions

  • Work where scientific thinking and engineering excellence drive decisions
  • A culture focused on continuous improvement and performance at the highest level
  • Highly collaborative environment where good ideas win over hierarchy
  • Direct impact on low-latency trading infrastructure and global exchange connectivity
  • Join an ambitious team building a platform designed to grow beyond cryptocurrency trading

About the company

For over five years, we've been at the forefront of crypto trading, building the software that outpaces the market. We seek talent in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to apply rigorous scientific and data-driven methods to financial markets. We continuously strive for perfection in every aspect of our research and engineering culture, where the better argument always wins over hierarchy. Our ambition goes far beyond cryptocurrency trading: we are here to dominate global markets, and we are here to win

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