Lead Backend Engineer, Rust

BHFT; Dubai; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial technology sector is seeking a backend developer with expertise in Rust to lead a team and enhance their trading platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, proven leadership experience, and a keen interest in high-frequency trading. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong backend development experience in Rust.
• Proven experience leading a team of 2-3 developers.
• Deep interest in HFT and algorithmic trading.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural oversight and enforce best practices.
• Lead the team: conduct code reviews and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with development, trading, and DevOps teams.

Skills

Backend development

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Develop and implement new features and services using Rust.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide architectural oversight, enforce best practices, and ensure alignment with company goals.
2. Lead the team: conduct code reviews, mentor engineers, and support their professional growth.
3. Collaborate with development, trading, and DevOps teams to discuss requirements and design solutions for the trading platform.
4. Maintain and enhance existing modules based on business needs and feedback.
5. Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of solutions through automated (unit, integration, performance) and manual testing in cooperation with the QA team.
6. Play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top-tier engineering talent.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. Strong backend development experience in Rust.
2. Proven experience leading a team of 2-3 developers in a hands-on leadership role (player-coach).
3. Deep interest in HFT and algorithmic trading.
4. Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
5. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

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