Rust / C++ Developer (HFT Crypto Firm)

Venture Search has partnered with a leading global cutting-edge crypto trading firm, that are looking for a talented Quant Developer to join their newly formed quantitative trading team, playing a key role in building and scaling their next-generation high-frequency trading (HFT) platform, developed in Rust. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside an industry-renowned HFT expert and contribute directly to the design and development of trading systems that will shape the future of our clients firm. You’ll collaborate on a wide range of initiatives spanning algorithm development, system optimization, and integration with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols. **Key Responsibilities** - **Develop Trading Algorithms** : Design and refine low-latency, high-frequency trading strategies. - **Build Front-Office Trading Systems** : Contribute to the development of core systems for data processing, risk management, live trading, and post-trade analysis. - **Integrate with DeFi Protocols** : Onboard and process real-time data feeds from decentralized platforms. - **Backtest Strategies** : Conduct historical analysis to evaluate and optimize trading models. - **Implement Risk Controls** : Develop robust risk management features, including capital limits and stop-loss mechanisms. - **System Monitoring and Debugging** : Maintain real-time trading systems and resolve operational issues efficiently. **Qualifications** - Strong programming capabilities with a focus on **low-level development and performance optimization** - Minimum **2 years of experience** developing HFT or trading systems - Deep understanding of trading infrastructure, including **order books and order state machines** - Proficiency in **Rust** , or significant experience in **C/C++** with exposure to Rust (Note: all technical assessments and tasks will be conducted in Rust) - Knowledge of **crypto markets** is a plus **Preferred Skills & Attributes** - Curious, self-directed, and proactive - Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership - Excellent mathematical and analytical thinking - Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment - Fluent in English (professional working proficiency)