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Kraken · 4 hours ago

Software Engineer - Exchange - C++

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$110K/yr - $221K/yr

3+ years exp

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, aiming to accelerate the global adoption of crypto. The Software Engineer will develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken trading engine, focusing on risk mitigation, site performance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyEthereum

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken trading engine

Build and design solutions that mitigate risk, implement security, and protect both systems and data

Improve site performance by designing and implementing low-latency and high-availability applications

Construct dynamically scalable platforms capable of heavy transaction volume

Write reusable, testable, and efficient code

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to product roadmap accomplishment

Work collaboratively on a distributed team leveraging soft skills to effectively communicate and engage with stakeholders

Qualification

C++LinuxLow-latency systemsPythonRustSQLTrading systems knowledgeCryptocurrency familiarityProactive mindsetTechnical degreeCollaboration skills

Required

Prior experience in at least one of the following using Linux - distributed and/or highly-concurrent systems; low-latency and/or high-volume transaction environments

3+ years experience working with modern C++

Experience profiling and optimising code (CPU, memory, network)

Proactive mindset with the ability to both prioritise tasks and adhere to aggressive deadlines

BS in a technical or quantitative field

Preferred

High level of proficiency in Python, Rust, and SQL strongly preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of order types, trading systems, and financial products is highly desirable

Cryptocurrency/Blockchain familiarity highly preferable

Company

Kraken

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Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets securely.

Founded in 1911

Remote First, US

1001-5000 employees

https://www.kraken.com/

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