Foundation Software Engineer

Who are we looking for?

BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global cryptocurrency trading while expanding into regulated markets. As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Foundation team amid our exciting scale-up phase!

What will you do?

• Build & optimise: Design, develop, and maintain high-reliability, low-latency, and high-throughput foundational systems that enable our trading and technology teams to scale efficiently.

• Ingest & aggregate: Collect trading business data with minimal latency impact and ingest both public and private exchange information into our trading system.

• Store & stream: Develop and maintain infrastructure for real-time data aggregation and long-term storage, as well as our Kafka-based messaging systems.

• Collaborate & support: Work closely with multiple teams, assisting them in integrating with and making the most of our foundational systems.

• Innovate: Drive projects from concept to deployment with full ownership, and explore new tools, frameworks, and approaches to keep our infrastructure best-in-class.

Our Foundation team develops the core frameworks and systems that power our trading technology. This is where ultra-reliable, high-performance infrastructure meets deep systems engineering. If you thrive on low-level problem-solving, building robust frameworks from scratch, and enabling others to move faster, this role is for you.

What is in it for you?

• A full-time position in a relaxed and modern office in Amsterdam

• Competitive compensation consisting of a base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on individual and company performance

• Outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund

• Annual Learning & Development budget of EUR 2,500

• Pension plan, company laptop, and reimbursement of your internet costs at home

• Extensive in-house training program

• A highly collaborative and experienced Scrum/Agile team

• The opportunity to work at the forefront of automated trading, using state-of-the-art technology

• Daily breakfast and warm lunch. Additionally, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day.

• Gym membership reimbursement and the opportunity to engage in various sports during working hours, including kickboxing, CrossFit, fitness, and soccer

• Regular social events, including weekly Friday drinks, monthly game nights, monthly company outings, quarterly sports competitions and bi-annual trips abroad!

• For internationals: All-in relocation package and Dutch classes

Our culture

At our core, we are a team of passionate trading and tech enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing trading through automation. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation and benefits, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to personal development transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

Join us to unlock your potential and drive innovation in the exciting world of algorithmic trading.

Job requirements

Essential:

• 1+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, with a strong focus on systems-level optimisation and awareness of hardware constraints

• Proficiency in Rust (or C/C++ with the willingness to work primarily in Rust)

• Experience with SQL

• Solid understanding of distributed systems

• Strong problem-solving skills and an ownership mindset
  

Bonus points for:

• Experience with Python

• Familiarity with tools like Grafana, Kafka, and PostgreSQL

• Understanding of WebSockets, compiler engineering, embedded programming, and/or systems security