Quantitative Engineer at Blockchain.com

London, England, United Kingdom

Blockchain.com Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTechIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep passion for technology, software development, and mathematics
  • Proficiency with C++/Rust
  • Experience with derivatives and knowledge of pricing library design
  • Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent experience
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Expert Rust/C++ engineer with functional experience in fast market connections and high frequency quoting
  • Strong knowledge of low-level optimization, algorithmic trading, data analysis/design, risk management, and application development

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy pricing & risk-management library for OTC trading
  • Code optimization
  • Work in a scaled, performance-based software environment building efficient, reliable/high-availability and fast applications
  • Partner with traders to define priorities and deliver custom software solutions
  • Design and develop high-performance C++/Rust components used by trading applications
  • Provide timely systems support for trading activities
  • Design, build, and optimize electronic trading platform
  • Develop core-trading infrastructure and high-throughput trading systems
  • Identify and optimize critical bottlenecks in research and production trading

Skills

C++
Rust
low-level optimization
algorithmic trading
risk management
high-frequency trading
derivatives
pricing library design
OTC trading
high-throughput systems
code optimization

Blockchain.com

Cryptocurrency trading and wallet services platform

About Blockchain.com

Blockchain.com offers a platform for buying, storing, and trading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Users can execute trades quickly, often in microseconds, thanks to the platform's advanced matching engine and deep liquidity. The company generates revenue through transaction fees, trading spreads, and premium services, catering to both individual and institutional clients. It allows users to deposit and withdraw various fiat currencies and provides an API for programmatic trading and live market data. Blockchain.com prioritizes security and reliability, ensuring the protection of users' funds and data.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$583.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Meaningful Equity
Crypto Bonus
HealthCare
Paid Family Leave
Get the equipment you need
Unlimited Vacation
Remote-first
Offsites

Risks

Increased competition from zero-knowledge identity projects like Humanity Protocol.
Cross-chain interoperability platforms may reduce Blockchain.com's competitive edge.
Operational risks from integrating Altonomy's systems into Blockchain.com.

Differentiation

Blockchain.com offers a comprehensive suite for buying, storing, and trading digital assets.
The platform integrates with a global banking network for multi-currency transactions.
Blockchain.com provides an institutional-grade API for programmatic trading and live market data.

Upsides

Blockchain.com raised $110 million in a Series E funding round.
Integration with Altonomy enhances Blockchain.com's trading platform capabilities.
Growing interest in privacy-focused blockchain solutions benefits Blockchain.com's offerings.

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