Hello everyone!

 

We’re currently hiring a Senior Backend Engineer (Generalist) for a high-performance engineering team in the DeFi / decentralized trading infrastructure space, based in New York City (in-person, 4 days/week). This is a full-time role focused on building and scaling core backend systems in a fast-moving startup environment.

 

This role is designed for a senior-to-staff level engineer who excels at system design, backend architecture, and building reliable, high-performance infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a strong generalist with excellent CS fundamentals rather than a domain-specialist (e.g., no quant or trading background is required).

 

Tasks: 

— Design, build, and maintain core backend infrastructure and distributed systems

— Architect high-performance, low-latency, and highly reliable services in a startup environment

— Own engineering initiatives end-to-end, from design through deployment and ongoing reliability

— Collaborate closely with engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

— Debug, optimize, and improve system performance, scalability, and resilience

— Adapt quickly to evolving requirements and fast-paced shipping cycles

 

What professional skills are important for us?

— 7+ years of experience building production-grade backend systems

— Strong experience in one or more of: Rust, C++, C, Go, Python, TypeScript

— Exceptional computer science fundamentals and system design skills 

— Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects and design systems end-to-end

— Senior-to-staff level experience operating independently in high-ownership environments

— Stable career history with consistent tenure across roles

 

Nice to Have:

— Experience with low-level systems programming (C, C++, or Rust)

— Strong interest or hands-on experience with Rust

— Exposure to blockchain systems, particularly Solana

— Familiarity with DeFi, trading systems, or market infrastructure

— Background in TradFi or crypto infrastructure (not required, but valued)

 

We are especially interested in candidates from top-tier tech companies, high-performance trading / quant firms (strong signal, but not required), leading crypto companies, strong startups.

 

Interview Process:

— Intro call with recruiter 

— Initial screening

— Technical interview (backend engineering fundamentals)

— System design interview (architecture and scalability focus)

— Final interview with engineering leadership

 

Location & Work Setup:

New York City (in-person, 4 days per week)

Full-time position