Application Architect - Trading Systems

OKX • Full-time • Singapore, Singapore • 1m ago

OKX will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require OKX's sponsorship of a visa.

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About The Team

The Trading Systems Architecture Team is dedicated to building a secure, stable, and high-performance global trading platform. Through cutting-edge architectural design, cross-continent network optimization, and end-to-end stability management, we strive to minimize trading risks while significantly enhancing the user experience. With a strong focus on technological innovation and efficient collaboration, we welcome talented professionals of all experience levels who are passionate about technology to join us in driving continuous advancements in both business and technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsible for the overall architecture design of the trading system and related platforms, covering trading processes, data transmission, cross-continent network optimization, system stability management, and performance optimization.
Utilize data analysis and technical research to identify end-to-end risks, proactively detect architectural weaknesses and potential issues, and propose systematic solutions.
Work closely with business units and platform teams to accurately understand business requirements and technical details, ensuring efficient communication across teams.
Independently plan and drive technical strategies, proactively identify challenges, formulate solutions, and lead project implementation, as well as manage projects and team collaboration.
Document and maintain detailed technical reports, summarize key learnings, and promote best architectural practices to enhance the overall technical capabilities of the team.

What We Look For In You

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field, with over five years of experience in development and architecture.
Strong passion for technology, a high sense of responsibility, and a proactive learning mindset, with the ability to continuously improve in challenging environments.
Excellent communication and coordination skills, capable of deeply understanding technical details and effectively conveying them to relevant business and platform teams.
Solid programming fundamentals with strong data structures and algorithm expertise; familiarity with the fundamentals of trading systems, distributed systems, or network optimization and stability management.
Experience driving technical direction independently, solved complex problems, and managed projects, along with strong technical documentation skills.

Nice-To-Haves

Proficiency in Java/JVM ecosystem, or experience with Go/C++ development.
Experience in ACM or algorithm competitions.
Hands-on experience with large-scale project implementation is highly preferred.
Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in both English and Mandarin to collaborate effectively with global and cross-functional team members.