Software Engineer - Core & Platform

The Software Engineer - Core & Platform joins a proprietary trading firm specialising in decentralised finance and cutting-edge technology. The role involves developing and maintaining high-performance trading systems within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Our client is a technology-focused organisation dedicated to pushing boundaries in digital assets and algorithmic trading, with a culture that values innovation and rigorous research.

Role Overview

The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and scaling low-latency trading infrastructure that supports high-frequency and algorithmic trading strategies. The engineer will work closely with traders and quants to implement reliable, scalable systems that execute seamlessly across on-chain and traditional financial markets. Success in this role involves ensuring operational stability, optimising system performance, and contributing to the development of architecture to handle increasing trading volumes.

Key Skills & Experience

• Build low-latency, high-throughput trading systems to support algorithmic trading strategies


• Maintain robust connectivity with exchanges and protocols for transaction processing


• Develop core components for trade execution, order management, and real-time data handling


• Optimise system performance through profiling, tuning, and architectural improvements


• Collaborate with traders and engineers to translate trading ideas into scalable systems


• Ensure operational stability in latency-sensitive trading environments


• Strong understanding of traditional finance, architecture, and trading systems


• 5+ years of experience in low-latency system development for algorithmic trading


• Proficiency in low-level programming languages such as Rust or C++


• Experience with exchange/broker APIs, order management, pricing, risk engines, and smart order routers


• Skilled in system performance tuning, monitoring, and debugging


• Self-starter with proactive mindset and strong problem-solving skills


• Ability to operate effectively within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team

Nice to Have

• Experience in FIN GM HFT / Market Making


• Development expertise in C++ for financial trading systems


• Knowledge of blockchain, crypto, or decentralised finance technology

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-latency, high-throughput trading systems supporting various strategies


• Build and maintain reliable connectivity with trading exchanges and protocols


• Develop core system components for trade execution, order management, and live market data


• Profile, tune, and improve system performance to achieve ultra-fast execution


• Work closely with traders and quants to translate trading ideas into scalable solutions


• Contribute to flexible system architecture design to accommodate growth and evolving market opportunities


• Maintain operational stability and system uptime in a high-velocity, low-latency environment

Requirements

• Right to work in Singapore


• Extensive experience in building and maintaining low-latency trading systems


• Proven track record in developing high-performance infrastructure for algorithmic trading


• Strong proficiency in Rust or C++


• Experience with exchange / broker APIs, order management systems, and market protocols


• Based in Singapore, willing to work on-site with hybrid arrangements


• Immediate availability preferred, with a start date of 08/09/2026

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with an updated CV.