Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a solid STEM education background and possess strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills. With 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, you've designed and implemented production systems that are reliable and scalable. Your expertise in Java allows you to build high-performance applications that meet the demands of a fast-paced trading environment.

You thrive in collaborative settings, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Your experience includes optimizing system performance and ensuring low latency and high availability in trading architectures. You are passionate about the crypto industry and eager to contribute to the future of decentralized finance.

Desirable

Experience with trading platforms or financial services is a plus. Familiarity with risk management systems and automated trading strategies will set you apart. You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and are excited about the challenges that come with building industry-leading trading products.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at OKX, you will design and implement innovative solutions for a full range of trading products, including spot, futures, perpetual swaps, and options. You will be responsible for building out an industry-leading risk management platform that ensures the safety and reliability of trading operations. Your role will involve developing automated trading strategies that enhance user experience and optimize trading performance.

You will focus on performance optimization for the overall trading architecture, aiming for low latency, high availability, and scalability. Collaborating with product managers and other engineers, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of the trading services platform, ensuring it meets the needs of millions of users.

Your work will directly impact the trading experience of users on the OKX platform, and you will have the opportunity to shape the future of crypto trading. You will also participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team.

What we offer

At OKX, we offer a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment where you can thrive. You will be part of a team that is passionate about reshaping the future of finance through crypto. We provide competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth. Join us in our mission to make crypto accessible to everyone and contribute to the development of innovative trading solutions that empower users around the world.