Senior Back-end Engineer

AscendEX • New York, NY

2h • Remote

About The Position

AscendEx is a well-recognized global cryptocurrency trading platform. Currently, we are looking for a mid/senior backend developer to join our global team and build out the high-performance, low latency, robust, and scalable core trading system.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 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
• Competitive salary and benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level