Job at a glance
Software Engineer (New Grad – 3 YOE) | High-Performance Crypto Trading Infra Location: Fully Remote US Type: Full-time Comp: Competitive base + token/equity incentives The Opportunity A premier decentralized derivatives and trading infrastructure protocol backed by top-tier VCs is looking for high-caliber engineers (new graduates up to 2–3 years of experience) to work on core low-latency systems. Day-to-Day Design and implement critical components of a modular Zero-Knowledge (ZK) settlement layer.
Optimize execution pipelines: drive down order latency, scale throughput, and harden system reliability across the core exchange engine. Architect and scale real-time market data infrastructure (central limit order books, streaming tickers, data warehouses). Ship advanced feature sets tailored for institutional market makers and retail traders. Brainstorm, prototype, and build entirely new crypto-native trading and settlement mechanisms from the ground up.
Technical Requirements Proven Capability: You’ve tackled a genuinely difficult technical problem, built an impressive personal project, or shipped serious code. Systems Programming: Strong foundation in systems-level languages (Rust, C++, or C) alongside solid Linux and OS fundamentals. Experience Level: Recent CS/STEM graduate with exceptional practical experience, or an engineer with 1–3 years of production background.
Bonus Points: Prior hands-on experience in crypto/DeFi protocols, low-latency financial systems, or high-throughput distributed networks. Values & Mindset Genuine Curiosity: High agency, deep enthusiasm for low-level engineering, and passion for the space. Ownership: The initiative to pitch, defend, and champion your own architectural ideas. Clear Communication: Active listening skills and the ability to articulate complex technical trade-offs concisely in a distributed team.
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