Senior/Staff Engineer - Exchange Middle Platform

OKX Ventures; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OKX is seeking highly motivated Java/C++ Engineers to join our Exchange Middle Platform team. You will design, develop, and optimize core modules such as the matching engine, real-time market data streaming, and data analysis for trading products.

This role emphasizes low-latency, high-throughput, and high-availability systems in a fast-paced environment. You will work on real-time data gateways, performance tuning, and distributed architectures while leveraging AI technologies to boost

Qualifications

• Expertise in Java or C++, with object-oriented programming, concurrency, and system-level programming.
• Proven ability to develop and optimize low-latency, high-throughput and high-availability systems.
• Expertise in performance tuning, memory management, and concurrency optimization.
• Proficient in diagnosing and resolving complex system issues using profilers, debuggers, and log analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative solutions for our full range of trading products including spot, future, perpetual swap and options.
• Build out real-time market data gateway.
• Performance optimization for overall trading architecture aiming for low latency, high availability and scalability.

Skills

Java

C++

System-level programming

Low-latency systems

Concurrency

Memory management

Tools

Profilers

Debuggers

Log analyzers

Assembly debugging

Job description

OKX will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require OKX's sponsorship of a visa

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Team

The Exchange Middle Platform team develops the core modules of the exchange, including the matching engine, real-time market data streaming, and market data analysis. It is the backbone of our industry-leading trading product, used by millions of users.

We are seeking highly motivated Java/C++ Engineers to join our cutting-edge team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize our systems, which are critical components of our technology stack.

We leverage AI technologies to enhance efficiency and performance, offering a unique opportunity for individuals who are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Candidates with prior experience in large internet companies will excel in this role, as they will bring valuable insights into building and maintaining high-performance, distributed systems.

What You’ll Be Doing

Designand implement innovative solutions for our full range of trading products including spot, future, perpetual swap and options.

Build out real-time market data gateway.

Performance optimization for overall trading architecture aiming for low latency, high availability and scalability.

What We Look For In You

Expertise in Java or C++, with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming, concurrency, and system-level programming.

Proven ability to develop and optimize low-latency, high-throughput and high-availability systems.

Expertise in performance tuning, memory management, and concurrency optimization.

Proficient in diagnosing and resolving complex system issues using tools such as profilers, debuggers, and log analyzers.

Ability to perform low-level debugging, including assembly language debugging when needed.

Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, system design, and network protocols

Nice to Haves

• Expertise in Java or C++, with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming, concurrency, and system-level programming.
• Experience in large internet companies, with a background in developing and maintaining high-availability, high-performance systems, and hands-on experience in supporting large-scale peak traffic scenarios.
• Familiarity withlow-latency systems, real-time applications, or high-frequency trading platforms.
• Knowledge ofmessage-oriented middleware, or asynchronous programming paradigms.
• Familiarity withDevOps practices and tools, such as CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), or cloud platforms.
• Bilingualism is highly preferred (Mandarin and English) as the team will be working with stakeholders in different regions.
• Experience withAI technologies to improve efficiency.

L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development

Various team building programs and company events

Wellness and meal allowances

Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants

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