Backend Rust Engineer – Trading at Keyrock

About Keyrock: Founded in 2017, Keyrock has quickly become one of Europe’s leading liquidity providers and market makers in the digital asset space. With VC backing, including a Series B investment from Ripple, Keyrock has expanded rapidly, employing over 170 people across 42 nationalities. We’re pioneers in algorithmic trading and have built a globally recognized presence with a diverse client base of exchanges and asset issuers.

Operating on over 80 exchanges, we provide services across market making, high-frequency trading (HFT), options, OTC, and DeFi trading desks. Keyrock is a champion of Web3 innovation, pioneering Rust development in algorithmic trading and actively supporting emerging blockchain ecosystems.

Position: Backend Rust Engineer

Role Overview: Keyrock is looking for a skilled engineer with experience in Rust (or C++) to join our Options HFT engineering team. You will be integral to enhancing our low-latency options trading systems and supporting our advanced trading infrastructure.

As a Rust Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where you’ll contribute to the continuous improvement of our systems. Our ideal candidate is willing to become an expert in Rust and has a pragmatic approach to solving complex problems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specialize in low-latency options HFT trading.
• Collaborate within a wider engineering team to support the trading infrastructure.
• Solve complex problems with innovative solutions, ensuring system reliability and scalability.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Strong background in trading environments.
• Proficient in Rust or C/C++ (willingness to master Rust if not already an expert).
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Familiarity with functional and component testing.
• Experience in crypto exchange connectivity and/or FPGA technologies is a plus.
• Knowledge of gRPC and Node.js interaction is strongly preferred.
• Experience in High-Frequency Options Trading or low-latency options systems is advantageous but not required.

Competencies and Personal Traits:

• Pragmatic problem solver with an innovative mindset.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in ambiguous situations.
• Collaborative, with a passion for building scalable, high-performance systems.

Why Keyrock:

• Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on engagement method).
• Flexible working hours with the option to work remotely.
• The opportunity to shape your entrepreneurial experience while working with a team that values excellence.
• Inclusive, diverse, and non-discriminatory work environment, with a focus on merit and performance.
• Background checks are performed for all potential employees.

Application Process:

1. Initial HR interview.
2. Interview with the heads of the Options business unit.
3. Technical challenge (homework-style).
4. Challenge debrief (present your solution and receive feedback).
5. Offer.

About Us: At Keyrock, we’re not just shaping the future of digital assets; we’re actively building it. Join a company that values innovation, transparency, and collaboration. Apply today and become part of a rapidly growing fintech leader in the cryptocurrency space.

Apply Now: Keyrock Careers