Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years programming experience in Java for quantitative/latency sensitive applications., Strong understanding of modern software development principles like TDD, BDD, and SOLID., Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics is preferable., Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail..

Key responsabilities:

Design, develop, and maintain trading engine systems and features.

Collaborate with quantitative analysts to optimize models and algorithms for risk controls.

Maintain and optimize order management and risk management systems.

Work independently and as part of a team to gather requirements and execute implementations.

Job description

About BitMEX

BitMEX stands as a globally leading exchange for crypto derivatives, offering traders a professional-grade trading platform. Since its inception in 2014, BitMEX has maintained an impeccable security record with “no coin lost, ever!”.

Our platform caters to cryptocurrency derivatives traders by providing low latency, deep liquidity, and maximum availability. Currently, BitMEX offers more than 100 derivatives contracts, 16 pairs for spot trading, and an easy covert function between 30+ different cryptocurrencies.

In 2015, BitMEX revolutionised the market by inventing the Perpetual Swap, which has since become the most widely traded crypto product. Demonstrating a commitment to transparency, since 2021, BitMEX has been among the first exchanges to regularly publish its on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities, ensuring that the funds available exceed the total client balances."

For more information on BitMEX, company initiatives and our products, please visit the BitMEX Blog or www.bitmex.com, and follow LinkedIn, Discord, Telegram and X.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled technologist with a quantitative background who is enthusiastic about shaping the future of crypto exchanges.

You will be joining our Trading Engine team which is integral to the BitMEX platform, managing all brokerage and trading functionalities. Our team is responsible for a range of critical tasks, including order management, risk checking, position keeping, PnL calculations, derivatives pricing, risk management, market data distribution, order matching, and settlement.

We are dedicated to building a best-in-class engineering team to scale the BitMEX trading platform for millions of users and millions of transactions per second.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain trading engine systems and features such as risk management, pricing, and order management
Work with quantitative analysts and product team members to continuously optimize existing and develop new models/algorithms to facilitate risk controls and improve user experience
Maintain and optimize order management, margin and risk management systems
Be able to work as a team as well as independently to gather requirements, plan and execute implementation and roll out

Qualifications

5+ years programming experience writing quantitative / latency sensitive applications in Java
Excellent understanding of the fundamentals of modern software development (TDD, BDD, Domain-driven design, SOLID)
Some experience at a Hedge Fund, Investment Bank, or Exchange developing financial trading applications would be beneficial
Computer Science/Mathematics/Physics degree preferable
Ability to not only implement product specification, but collaborate with stakeholders to add to and improve it
Demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills, with an ability to break larger problems down and turning complex problems into simpler abstractions
A keen attention to details and edge cases as well as testing

Nice To Have

Experience in development of execution algos and risk management systems
Finance knowledge in FX/Crypto spot and derivatives markets
Working knowledge of the KDB/q language
Working knowledge of containerisation using Docker/Kubernetes

Why BitMEX?

BitMEX is a place of intense work, fun, and diversity, all at the same time. We hire across different time zones, to support the growing demands and to bring in the best of the best talents across the world.

We are looking for individuals who are determined, responsible and collaborative to join BitMEX as we continue to build a thriving cryptocurrency ecosystem. We value attention to detail, speed and simplicity. As a global business operating a 24/7 exchange, we seek out those who are adaptable and can work across markets in a diversity team.

In addition, we offer an industry leading benefits package to our permanent employees. Here’s a peek into what we offer:

Work from home to help you find the perfect balance between work, family and personal life
25 days of annual leave, on top of public holidays, as well as maternity, paternity and childcare leave… etc to accommodate your growing responsibilities
A top tier & comprehensive medical, dental and vision policy for you and your dependents
Professional development allowance to support your career advancement
Access to our annual wellness benefits to cultivate your physical and mental growth
Don’t forget the advantage of our Beyond Border Remote Working policy, where you get to work away from your home country
Team building & offsite events to bring our global team closer
Life insurance coverage to provide a safety net for your family’s future