Senior Back-end Engineer

AscendEX

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$280,000–$350,000
SKILLS
Architectural Services, Blockchain, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Cryptocurrency, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Distributed Computing, English Language, High Throughput, Java, Mandarin Chinese Language, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Scala Programming Language, Software Development, Software Engineering, Systems Scalability, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, Time Management, Trading Systems, Writing Skills
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

AscendEx is a well-recognized global cryptocurrency trading platform. Currently, we are looking for a mid/senior backend developer to join our global team and build out the high-performance, low latency, robust, and scalable core trading system.

Responsibilities:

- Review designs, document technical specifications, and provide time estimates for implementing features/fixes.

- Write high-performance, reusable, modular code along with automated tests.

- Maintain a close working relationship with a geographically distributed development team in an evolving agile environment.

- Follow common design patterns, architectural practices and development methodologies.

- Identify and resolve performance issues to optimize for speed.

Requirements

- 5-12 years of professional work experience in a software development organization.

- 7+ years of professional work experience with Scala, Java, or Go.

- Experience designing and coding large distributed systems with high throughput.

- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment with iterative deadlines.

- A dedicated team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Mandarin-speaking is a bonus.

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or related major.

- Knowledge on cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain technology is a plus.

Benefits

- Work alongside diverse, world-class talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless

- Tackle fast-paced, challenging and unique projects

- Flexible working hours, remote-first

- Competitive salary and benefits

About the Company

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AscendEX