Kronos Research

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...

Kronos Research

Software Engineering Mid-Level

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Overview

Kronos Research is hiring a Software Engineer specializing in C++ to enhance their high-frequency trading platform. You'll design and develop API integrations for crypto exchanges and work in a fast-paced quantitative trading environment. This role requires 2+ years of experience in C++ programming.

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 makes you a valuable asset to any team. You possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, allowing you to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. Your strong written communication skills and intermediate English proficiency enable you to convey complex technical concepts clearly. You have a passion for quantitative trading and a curiosity about cryptocurrency markets, which drives your desire to excel in this role.

Desirable

Experience with low-latency C++ programming is preferred, as it will enhance your ability to contribute to our trading platform's performance. Familiarity with financial systems and trading environments will also be beneficial as you engage directly with traders and address technology changes.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer at Kronos Research, you will take charge of designing and developing API integrations for crypto exchanges, which includes aggregating quotes and trades and executing orders efficiently across global exchanges. You will expand the reach of our trading platform, ensuring it 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, troubleshoot issues, and address incidents as they arise. Additionally, you will contribute to technical discussions, participate in code reviews, and share knowledge internally with your team. You will also be responsible for addressing occasional urgent issues, typically occurring once a month, with support from the entire team.

What we offer

Kronos Research provides a unique opportunity to work in a leading team within the fast-growing quantitative trading industry. You will be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the firm's success. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us to push the boundaries of technology in finance and be part of a team that is shaping the future of trading.

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