In this role you will be responsible for the high-performance backend systems that connect to various exchanges, balancing the meticulous maintenance of legacy code with the engineering of up-to-date, low-latency optimizations.

The ideal candidate is a C++ specialist who enjoys the challenge of real-time systems programming and doesn't mind occasionally jumping into the frontend to ensure end-to-end functionality for market-related changes.

Key Responsibilities
Maintaining existing legacy codebase for backend applications, specifically on the exchange connectivity side
Engineering improvements and optimizations for existing performance and memory bottlenecks
Improving or building tools and automated tests for existing markets / exchanges
Occasionally maintaining frontend codebase for exchange / market related changes
Work closely with other engineers to design and implement the changes.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Skills & Experience
Substantial qualified experience with >= C++17
Proficiency with object-oriented design and development




Proficiency with Linux at a systems-level for developing real-time software (lock-free and wait-free design patterns)
Understanding of multi-threading and memory ordering concepts
Understanding of low-latency network programming
Experience with C++ template
Experience with Python for developing tools and automated testing
GDB coredump debugging experience
Experience utilizing AI-assisted coding tools (Claude code)

Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience with Javascript for Web / GUI / frontend development
Familiarity with financial markets and exchange protocols (e.g. FIX)
Experience with Valgrind, gprof, perf, or similar performance analysis tools

Benefits

Competitive Benefits & Perks in India We offer a comprehensive perks package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
Health & Financial Security:
Medical, Dental, and Vision c

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