New York, New York, United States Remote (Global) Employment

AscendEx is hiring a Back-end Engineer

About the Role

AscendEx is hiring a Back-end Engineer to design and build the high-performance, low-latency core trading system for our cryptocurrency exchange. You will join a global, distributed team focused on creating robust and scalable financial infrastructure.

What You'll Do

  • Review designs, document technical specifications, and provide time estimates for implementing features and fixes.
  • Write high-performance, reusable, and modular code alongside 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.

What We're Looking For

  • 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.
  • A Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related major.

Nice to Have

  • Mandarin-speaking ability is a bonus.
  • Knowledge of cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain technology is a plus.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 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 culture.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

Work Mode

This is a global position.

Required Skills
ScalaJavaGoDistributed SystemsHigh Throughput SystemsSoftware DevelopmentBackend Engineering
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AscendEx

AscendEx is a financial technology platform focused on cryptocurrency trading and compliance services.

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Job Details
Department Software Development
Category backend
Posted 14 days ago