Title: Core Trading Architecture Software Developer
Location: London, Malaga or Singapore
About us:
Founded in 2013, GSR is a leading market-making and programmatic trading company in the exciting and fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency trading. With more than 200 employees in 5 countries, we provide billions of dollars of liquidity to cryptocurrency protocols and exchanges on a daily basis. We build long-term relationships with cryptocurrency communities and traditional investors by offering exceptional service, expertise and trading capabilities tailored to their specific needs.
GSR works with token issuers, traders, investors, miners, and more than 30 cryptocurrency exchanges around the world. In volatile markets we are a trusted partner to crypto native builders and to those exploring the industry for the first time.
Our team of veteran finance and technology executives from Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, and Citadel, among others, has developed one of the world’s most robust trading platforms designed to navigate issues unique to the digital asset markets. We have continuously improved our technology throughout our history, allowing for our clients to scale and execute their strategies with the highest level of efficiency.
Working at GSR is an opportunity to be deeply embedded in every major sector of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
About the role:
At GSR, we're seeking a talented Software Developer with expertise in low-latency trading systems to join our dynamic proprietary trading team. We're on the lookout for a passionate individual who possesses strong programming skills and an in-depth understanding of financial markets. As a primary programming language, we are looking for proficiency in Rust, and we highly value candidates with similar experience in Java and C++.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Design, Develop, and Optimize: Craft high-performance, low-latency trading systems using Rust (also Java and C++), ensuring they remain at the forefront of the industry.
- Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with our team of quantitative analysts and researchers to comprehend business requirements and develop innovative technical solutions.
- Code Excellence: Write well-structured, maintainable, and efficient code meticulously optimized for low latency, high throughput, and seamless scalability.
- Infrastructure Mastery: Build and maintain robust trading infrastructure capable of seamlessly handling large volumes of data and transactions.
- Teamwork: Collaborate with fellow developers, DevOps engineers, and IT support teams to guarantee the flawless operation of our trading systems.
Your Qualifications/Attributes will include:
- Programming Proficiency: Strong expertise in Rust (Java / C++), including multithreading, concurrency, and networking.
- Coding Skills: Proven experience with flyweight-based codecs like SBE (Simple Binary Encoding).
- Inter-process Communication: Hands-on experience with IPC (Inter-process Communication) over shared memory.
- Networking: Familiarity with TCP and UDP (unicast and multicast).
- Protocols: In-depth knowledge of WebSocket, HTTP, and FIX protocols.
- Optimization: Demonstrated ability to write garbage collection-free / zero copy code.
- Market Understanding: Familiarity with financial markets and trading systems.
- Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Team Player: Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice to have:
- Containerization and Orchestration: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of trading applications.
- Cloud and Distributed Systems: Experience with cloud computing and distributed systems.
- Data Expertise: Familiarity with time-series databases and big data technologies.
What we offer:
- A collaborative and transparent company culture founded on Integrity, Innovation and Performance.
- Competitive Salary with two discretionary bonus payments a year.
- Benefits such as Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning, 30 days holiday and free lunches when in the office.
- Regular Town Halls, team lunches and drinks.
- A Corporate and Social Responsibility program as well as charity fundraising matching and volunteer days.
GSR is proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon any applicable legally protected characteristics such as race, religion, colour, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or age. We operate a meritocracy, all aspects of people engagement from the decision to hire or promote as well as our performance management process will be based on the business needs and individual merit, competence in the role. Learn more about us at www.gsr.io.
