Senior Software Engineer - C++ - Exchange

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, aiming to accelerate the global adoption of crypto. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken trading engine, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve site performance and ensure security.

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

Requirements:

• 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
• 5+ years experience working with modern C++
• High level of proficiency in Python, Rust, and SQL strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of order types, trading systems, and financial products is highly desirable
• Experience profiling and optimising code (CPU, memory, network)
• Cryptocurrency/Blockchain familiarity highly preferable
• Proactive mindset with the ability to both prioritise tasks and adhere to aggressive deadlines
• BS in a technical or quantitative field