Software Engineer - Trading Technology

About Tokka Labs

Tokka Labs is a proprietary trading firm that emphasizes close collaboration, in-depth research, and advanced technology. We act as market makers and problem solvers for leading protocols on major blockchains worldwide. Our team designs and deploys proprietary trading systems and strategies that provide liquidity across diverse and demanding markets. Our mission centers on pushing the frontiers of decentralized finance, and we seek driven individuals to join this innovative journey.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Trading System Engineer to contribute significantly to the development and scaling of our high-frequency trading (HFT) infrastructure. This role suits engineers who excel in low-latency setups, enjoy merging software development with finance, and are passionate about digital asset markets. You will collaborate closely with traders, quantitative analysts, and engineers to create high-performance systems executing flawlessly in both blockchain-based and traditional markets.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build low-latency, high-throughput trading platforms that support various algorithmic strategies.
• Develop and sustain strong connections with exchanges and protocols for dependable transaction handling and uninterrupted market access.
• Create core components managing trade execution, order management, and real-time market data efficiently.
• Enhance system performance by profiling, fine-tuning, and upgrading architecture to ensure rapid execution and dependable operation.
• Partner with quantitative traders to convert trading concepts into scalable, production-ready systems.
• Design flexible system frameworks to accommodate increasing trade volumes and new market opportunities.
• Maintain operational reliability and uptime in a fast-paced, latency-critical trading environment.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of conventional finance, system architectures, and trading mechanisms.
• Five or more years of experience in constructing and supporting low-latency algorithmic trading systems.
• Expertise in low-level programming languages such as Rust or C++.
• Experience working with exchange and broker APIs, order management solutions, pricing and risk modules, and smart order routing technologies.
• Capabilities in performance tuning, monitoring, and debugging at the system level.
• A proactive, self-driven approach with strong analytical skills able to thrive in dynamic, high-speed environments.
• Effective collaborator within a non-siloed engineering team focused on collective success and cross-functional delivery.

Additional Information

Tokka Labs does not accept unsolicited resumes; any candidate introductions without prior approval from our talent acquisition team may be contacted freely by us without any placement fee obligations.