
About Kronos Research
Shaping the future of cryptocurrency trading
Key Highlights
- Average daily trading volume of $5 billion
- Peak single-day trading volume of $23 billion
- Global presence with offices in Taiwan, Singapore, US, Romania, and Shanghai
- Expertise in HFT, market-making, and asset management
Kronos Research is a leading proprietary trading firm specializing in high-frequency trading (HFT) within the cryptocurrency market. With an impressive average daily trading volume of $5 billion and a peak of $23 billion, Kronos has established itself as a powerhouse in the financial sector. Founded...
🎁 Benefits
Kronos Research offers competitive salaries, equity options, and a flexible remote work policy. Employees enjoy generous PTO, comprehensive health ben...
🌟 Culture
Kronos Research fosters a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making, encouraging employees to leverage their expertise in quantitative res...
Overview
Kronos Research is hiring a Software Engineer specializing in C++ to enhance their high-frequency trading platform. You'll design API integrations for crypto exchanges and work in a Linux environment. This position requires 2+ years of programming experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and you bring at least 2 years of hands-on programming experience, particularly with C++14 in a Linux environment. Your strong understanding of computer systems, multithreading, and performance optimization sets you apart. You possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling you to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. Your strong written communication skills and intermediate English proficiency allow you to convey complex technical concepts clearly. You have a passion for quantitative trading and a curiosity about cryptocurrency markets, which drives your interest in this role.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer at Kronos Research, you will take charge of designing and developing API integrations for crypto exchanges, focusing on the aggregation of quotes and trades, as well as the efficient execution of orders across global exchanges. You will expand the reach of our trading platform, which collects data from and sends orders to exchanges worldwide. Your role will involve creating tools to deploy, monitor, and analyze our production processes, which are crucial to the firm’s success. You will engage directly with traders to communicate technology changes, address incidents, and troubleshoot issues. Additionally, you will contribute to technical discussions, participate in code reviews, and share knowledge internally. You will also be responsible for addressing occasional urgent issues, typically occurring once per month, with support from the entire team.
What we offer
At Kronos Research, you will be part of a leading team in the fast-growing quantitative trading industry. We offer a highly selective opportunity for talented individuals who are eager to push the boundaries of technology in finance. You will gain a deep understanding of how information flows across financial systems and have the chance to work on state-of-the-art high-frequency trading platforms. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value curiosity and a willingness to learn.
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