Algorithmic Trading Developer (Crypto / Quant Developer)

Ladwig consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A crypto finance firm in Dubai is seeking an Algorithmic Trading Developer to design and optimize automated trading systems. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python and familiar with APIs as well as backtesting frameworks. This role provides competitive salary and opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment

High-performing team

Competitive salary with excellent growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python, Node.js, C++, or Rust.
• Experience with REST and WebSocket APIs.
• Familiarity with order book mechanics, risk control, and leverage management.
• Knowledge of backtesting frameworks like Backtrader or QuantConnect.
• Experience with VPS or AWS-based deployment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy automated crypto trading algorithms.
• Convert existing manual strategies into coded systems.
• Integrate and manage exchange APIs like Binance and Bybit.
• Build backtesting and monitoring frameworks.
• Work closely with the trading and analytics team to refine strategy logic.

Skills

Python

Node.js

C++

Rust

REST & WebSocket APIs

Order book mechanics

Risk control

Leverage management

Backtesting frameworks

VPS / AWS-based deployment

Job description

Our client is a next‑generation crypto finance firm based in Dubai, focused on building advanced trading infrastructure and data‑driven investment strategies for the digital asset market. They empower their trading and quant teams with cutting‑edge tools to execute efficiently across global exchanges. As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking an Algorithmic Trading Developer (Crypto / Quant Developer) to design, build, and optimise high‑performance automated trading systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex market challenges—transforming strategy ideas into production‑grade algorithms and shaping the future of quantitative trading in crypto.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy automated crypto trading algorithms.
• Convert existing manual strategies into coded systems (Python preferred).
• Integrate and manage exchange APIs (Binance, Bybit, OKX, etc.).
• Build backtesting and monitoring frameworks.
• Work closely with our trading and analytics team to refine strategy logic.

Requirements

Technical Skills Required

• Proficiency in Python / Node.js / C++ / Rust.
• Experience with REST & WebSocket APIs.
• Familiarity with order book mechanics, risk control, and leverage management.
• Knowledge of backtesting frameworks (e.g., Backtrader, QuantConnect).
• Experience in VPS / AWS‑based deployment.

Preferred Background

• Prior work in prop trading / institutional algorithmic systems.
• Optional experience with AI‑based or predictive trading models.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.
• Be part of a high‑performing team.
• Competitive salary with excellent growth opportunities.