Cryptocurrency Exchange Developer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a Cryptocurrency Exchange Developer to join a rapidly expanding exchange platform in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining high-frequency trading systems and the order matching engine to power a robust crypto platform.

You will contribute to secure, low-latency backend infrastructure, APIs, and risk management features while collaborating with frontend, product management, and QA teams; strong performance and blockchain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering.
• 5+ years in software development, with HFT or exchange experience.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, or Go.
• Experience with distributed, low-latency systems.
• Knowledge of blockchain tech and crypto markets.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize core exchange components including the order matching engine.
• Build secure, high-availability backend systems and APIs.
• Implement risk management and regulatory compliance features.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and QA teams; write clean code.

Skills

C++

Java

Go

Distributed systems

Low-latency

High-frequency trading

Blockchain knowledge

Security principles

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding cryptocurrency exchange platform, is seeking a highly skilled Cryptocurrency Exchange Developer to join their core engineering team. This role, based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , will focus on developing and maintaining the high-frequency trading systems, order matching engines, and robust backend infrastructure that power the exchange. If you have a passion for financial technology and a proven ability to build resilient, high-performance systems, this is an exceptional opportunity to work at the cutting edge of the digital asset industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize the core components of a cryptocurrency exchange, including the order matching engine. Build and maintain secure, high-availability backend systems and APIs. Implement robust risk management and compliance features. Integrate with various cryptocurrency wallets and blockchain networks. Ensure the performance, scalability, and security of the exchange platform. Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and QA engineers. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as C++, Java, or Go. Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues in real-time. Stay updated on industry trends, security best practices, and regulatory changes in the crypto space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, with significant experience in high-frequency trading systems or financial exchange development.
• Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g., C++, Java, Go).
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, concurrent programming, and low-latency architectures.
• Experience with building and managing large-scale, mission-critical systems.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets.
• Strong knowledge of system security principles and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, significant performance bonuses, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Employees will have access to state-of-the-art technology and professional development opportunities.
• This role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga provides a unique chance to shape the future of digital asset trading and work within a highly motivated and experienced team.