[Remote] Senior Trading Technology Engineer (Java/Low-Latency) at BitMEX

Asia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cryptocurrency, Financial Technology, Trading PlatformsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have 8+ years of programming experience in high-performance Java applications and experience developing low-latency trading systems. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a similar STEM discipline is required, along with experience in financial trading applications within a Hedge Fund, Investment Bank, or Exchange. Familiarity with modern software development fundamentals, testing practices like TDD and BDD, design patterns such as SOLID, and object-oriented programming is necessary. A deep understanding of algorithms, their complexities, the Java Memory Model, and practical concurrency is also essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to simplify complex problems, are required, alongside a genuine passion for software development and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

The Senior Trading Technology Engineer will take ownership in the design, development, and delivery of trading system components. This includes implementing new features, fixing bugs, and tuning performance. The role involves partnering with Financial Products and quantitative researchers on product delivery, mentoring team members, and driving firm-wide initiatives.

Skills

Java

Low-Latency Trading Systems

Order Management

Risk Management

Position Keeping

PNL Calculations

Market Data Distribution

Order Matching

Settlement

Performance Tuning

System Design

Software Development

BitMEX

Peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading platform

About BitMEX

BitMEX is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading platform that focuses on Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and XRP. It allows traders to leverage their positions, offering up to 100x leverage on Bitcoin contracts and varying leverage on other cryptocurrencies. Users can trade perpetual contracts, which do not expire, enabling them to hold positions indefinitely as long as they meet margin requirements. BitMEX serves a wide range of clients, from individual retail traders to institutional investors, and generates revenue through trading fees on transactions. The platform is recognized for its strong security measures that protect users' funds and data, and it also offers a Testnet for users to practice trading strategies without financial risk. Additionally, BitMEX provides a robust API for traders to create custom trading tools and access real-time data.

None, SeychellesHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$65KTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Company Social Events

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Regulatory scrutiny from past compliance failures could impact BitMEX's operations and reputation.

Increased competition from emerging exchanges offering better leverage options may erode market share.

Volatility in new token listings like GOAT and STLS poses financial risks for traders and platform.

Differentiation

BitMEX offers up to 100x leverage on Bitcoin contracts, attracting experienced traders.

The platform provides perpetual contracts, allowing indefinite position holding with margin requirements.

BitMEX is renowned for its industry-leading security measures, ensuring user fund protection.

Upsides

Launch of Multi Asset Margining simplifies trading, potentially attracting more users.

Introduction of XBTG25 futures contract enhances market position with diverse investment options.

Support for token migrations like POL positions BitMEX as a forward-thinking exchange.

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