Software Engineering • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building high-performance trading systems — you've developed robust infrastructure that supports complex financial operations and understand the nuances of DeFi economics. Your expertise in programming languages such as Java and Python allows you to create efficient and scalable solutions that meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market.

You are familiar with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes — you understand how to deploy applications in a cloud environment and ensure their reliability and performance. Your experience with databases, particularly PostgreSQL, enables you to manage and optimize data storage solutions effectively.

You possess a strong understanding of AWS services and how they can be leveraged to enhance trading infrastructure — you are comfortable with cloud architecture and can implement solutions that ensure security and scalability. Your analytical mindset allows you to approach problems methodically, ensuring that you can troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.

You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams — your communication skills enable you to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, fostering a culture of understanding and teamwork.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Engineer at Gauntlet, you will be responsible for designing and implementing the core infrastructure that powers our trading systems — you will work closely with the derivatives trading team to develop solutions that optimize risk and enhance performance. Your role will involve writing clean, maintainable code and conducting thorough testing to ensure the reliability of our systems.

You will collaborate with quantitative researchers to integrate advanced algorithms into our trading infrastructure — your insights will help shape the development of automated risk models and off-chain intelligence that drive our product offerings. You will also be involved in the continuous improvement of our systems, identifying areas for optimization and implementing best practices in software development.

You will participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their roles — fostering a culture of learning and innovation is key to our team's success. Additionally, you will stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that Gauntlet remains at the forefront of DeFi infrastructure.

What we offer

At Gauntlet, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working arrangements that allow you to thrive in a remote-first environment. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about driving the future of finance through innovative technology. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be the perfect fit for our team.