Keyrock Bogota, D.C., Capital District, ColombiaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Senior C++ Engineer - Trading role at KeyrockKeyrock Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior C++ Engineer - Trading role at KeyrockGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Senior C++ Engineer - RustSince our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.Today, we have over 180 team members worldwide, representing 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Our team is predominantly remote, with hubs in London, Brussels, and Singapore, and we regularly host online and offline meetups.We trade on more than 80 exchanges and work with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our expertise has led to rapid expansion. Our services include market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.We are pioneers in adopting Rust for algorithmic trading and actively promote its use in the industry. We support Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program, inject liquidity into DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols, and drive industry progress through research and governance initiatives.At Keyrock, we're actively building the future of digital assets.Mission StatementWe seek a Rust or C++ Engineer with trading experience to join our Options High-Frequency Trading (HFT) team. Our tech stack includes Rust, Node.js, and Python. While Rust proficiency is preferred, we welcome strong C++/C engineers eager to learn Rust.As part of the Options HFT engineering team, you'll drive continuous improvements in trading infrastructure and system performance. This small, rapidly growing business unit offers you the chance to make a significant impact while collaborating in a fully remote, global team. Candidates in European or US time zones are eligible.What You'll DoDevelop and optimize low-latency options trading systemsCollaborate with quants, traders, and engineers to enhance trading strategiesMaintain and improve trading infrastructure for high performance and stabilityDesign and implement scalable, resilient trading solutionsTroubleshoot and enhance exchange connectivity and execution speedSupport testing for critical trading componentsWhat We're Looking ForTechnical Skills & ExperienceStrong experience in Rust and/or C++ (C background also considered)Prior experience in a trading environment (HFT, Market Making, Prop Trading, or similar)Eagerness to become an expert in RustExperience with PostgreSQL databases and protobuf protocols or similarExchange connectivity experience and/or FPGA technologies (preferred)Experience in High-Frequency Options Trading and low-latency systems (a plus)Soft Skills & CompetenciesOwnership & Reliability – take responsibility, write maintainable code, meet deadlines, anticipate issuesInitiative & Problem-Solving – approach challenges proactively, drive solutionsOperational Diligence – ensure robust, reliable trading infrastructureCuriosity & Growth Mindset – continuously improve skills, stay current with industry trendsExcellent communication skills and team collaboration in a remote settingKnowledge of latency optimization techniques like Speculative Execution Rollback (SER) is highly valuedOur recruitment philosophyWe value self-awareness and the right skills, seeking technology enthusiasts who are driven, collaborative, and committed to delivering scalable results.Recruitment processHR interviewTechnical interview with Head of EngineeringRust coding challengeInterview with Head of Business UnitMeet the team chatOfferOur offerCompetitive salary and benefits, depending on engagement typeFlexible working hours and remote work optionsOpportunity to be part of a team striving for excellenceWe are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and non-discriminatory workplace, welcoming all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, creeds, and orientations. Promotions are merit-based. Background checks are required for employment. levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr