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Senior Trading Desk Engineer
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Senior Algorithmic Trading Engineer
Location: Remote (Singapore-based employees)
Company: BitMEX
About BitMEX:
BitMEX is a globally leading exchange for cryptocurrency derivatives, known for its impeccable security record and innovative platform. Founded in 2014, BitMEX revolutionized the market with the introduction of the Perpetual Swap, the most widely traded crypto product. Our platform offers deep liquidity, low latency, and a secure trading experience for crypto traders, including over 100 derivatives contracts and spot trading pairs.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Senior Algorithmic Trading Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will work directly with the trading desk to enhance and develop algorithmic trading strategies. You will also support risk management systems through trading analytics and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Traders: Work closely with traders to build and refine algorithmic trading strategies.
- Trade Analytics: Conduct trading performance analysis to optimize strategy effectiveness.
- Risk Management Support: Maintain and enhance risk management systems.
- Level 1 Support: Provide time zone-based L1 support to the trading desk and firm-wide products.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- 5+ years in Java.
- 2+ years in Python.
- 2+ years of experience developing algorithmic trading strategies in benchmarks, proprietary trading, or FX trading.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong understanding of PnL calculation and other trading analytics.
- Experience with databases (PostgreSQL preferred).
- Solid experience with concurrent application development and multi-threaded programming.
- Expertise in application benchmarking and performance analysis.
- Development Practices:
- Proficient in TDD/BDD methodologies and clean coding practices.
- Comfortable working in a Linux environment.
- Familiar with Git, Jira, and Confluence.
- Experience with automated build, test, and deployment pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
- Problem Solving & Communication:
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to communicate complex issues effectively.
- Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
Nice to Have:
- Strategy Backtesting: Experience with strategy backtesting.
- Data Analysis Tools: Familiarity with Grafana, InfluxDB, Telegraf, or Prometheus.
- Cryptocurrency Trading: Experience with cryptocurrency trading is a plus.
- Middleware Knowledge: Experience with NATS, Kafka, Tibco, LBM.
- Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS.
- Logging & Monitoring: Experience with logging, metrics, and tracing tools (Splunk, ELK Stack, Lightstep, TICK Stack).
Why BitMEX?
- Work Flexibility: Remote working options for a balanced work-life environment.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
- Personal Development: Professional development allowance and wellness benefits.
- Generous Leave Policy: 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, maternity/paternity leave, and childcare leave.
- Team Engagement: Team-building events and offsite gatherings to strengthen global collaboration.
- Beyond Border Remote Working: The opportunity to work away from your home country, providing flexibility in location.
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