C++ Engineer - Trading

C++ Engineer – Trading

Apply now for the C++ Engineer – Trading role at Keyrock . Since our beginnings in 2017, we’ve grown to be a leading change‑maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.

Today we rock with over 180 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels, Singapore and Paris, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.

We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well‑established market‑maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high‑frequency trading, OTC and DeFi trading desks.

We’re also pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program, inject liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols, and push the industry's progress with research and governance initiatives. At Keyrock, we’re actively building the future of digital assets.

Mission Statement

We are seeking a Rust or C++ Engineer with trading experience to join our core Market Making Services team. Our technology stack is built on Rust , Node.js and Python , and while Rust proficiency is preferred, we welcome strong C++/C engineers eager to learn and master Rust . This role is open to candidates located in European or US time zones.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise low‑latency options trading systems
• Collaborate with quants, traders and engineers to enhance trading strategies
• Maintain and improve trading infrastructure, ensuring high performance and stability
• Design and implement efficient, scalable and resilient trading solutions
• Troubleshoot and enhance exchange connectivity and execution speed
• Support functional and component testing for critical trading components

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in Rust and/or C++ (C background also considered)
• Prior experience in a trading environment (HFT, Market Making, Prop Trading or similar)
• Eagerness to become an expert in Rust (if not already)
• Experience with protobuf‑based protocols or similar
• Exchange connectivity experience (strongly preferred)
• Experience in high‑frequency options trading and low‑latency systems (nice to have)

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Ownership & Reliability – Take full responsibility for your work, write high‑quality maintainable code, meet deadlines and follow through on commitments.
• Initiative & Problem‑Solving – Approach challenges with an entrepreneurial mindset and take independent judgment.
• Operational Diligence – Respond strategically to technical and operational challenges, ensuring robust and reliable trading infrastructure.
• Curiosity & Growth Mindset – Continuously improve your technical skills, stay ahead of industry trends and explore new technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and a team‑player mindset, collaborating within a fully remote global team.

Recruitment Philosophy

We value self‑awareness and powerful communication skills. We seek fiercely passionate people who understand themselves and their career goals. We look for crypto enthusiasts who’re driven, collaborative, act with ownership and deliver solid, scalable outcomes.

Our Offer

• A competitive salary package
• Autonomy in your time management thanks to flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely
• The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence

As an employer we are committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, and hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.

Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees; passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.

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