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Galaxy - Director, Head of Execution

New York, remote - Hybrid - USA *$220k - $220k+ Equity2d ago

In Office Director NA Cryptocurrency Cloud Computing Director of Operations Linux DeFi AWS GCP Reporting

Requirements

• We’re seeking an experienced Algo Trading / Head of Execution to join our team. You have a proven track record of building and benchmarking execution algorithms. Ideally, you’ve been actively engaged with the crypto markets or have a strong curiosity about them. In this role, you will take the lead in developing greenfield algorithmic trading systems, shaping the core of our next-generation trading infrastructure. • Algo Trading / Head of Execution • You’ll work closely with trading teams, stakeholders, and external partners to deliver critical initiatives that drive our business forward. If you’re a natural problem-solver with a passion for hands-on technical development in a global, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. • 10+ years of experience developing routing strategies for specific markets (e.g., U.S. equities, EU markets, crypto exchanges) • Knowledge of tick data analytics and real-time market data processing • Familiarity with cloud-based market access or hybrid deployments • Experience working in high-frequency or algorithmic trading environments • Experience building low-latency systems and working with multicast/unicast market data feeds • A solid understanding of the application stack and infrastructure associated with electronic and algorithmic trading • Strong technical background, with the ability to understand system architecture and technical workflows • Proficiency in FIX protocol and trading system architecture (OMS/EMS, market gateways) • Familiarity with concurrency, networking, and memory management • Experience with Linux systems and performance profiling tools • A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment • Deep understanding of electronic trading, order types, and market microstructure (equities, options, FX, Crypto etc.) • Experience in the DeFi, or crypto space • DeFi, or crypto • Exposure to regulatory or compliance-driven environments • Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) or DevOps processes

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the development of a low-latency, high-throughput Algo Trading / Smart Order Router system • Implement intelligent routing algorithms based on execution quality, liquidity, latency, and cost • Collaborate with traders, and product managers to refine routing logic and build new algorithmic capabilities • Integrate the SOR with the trading, booking and reporting stack • Monitor and optimize system performance under real-world trading conditions • Mentor junior developers, enforce code quality standards, and contribute to architectural decisions • Provide support for production trading issues and continuously improve system resilience and failover mechanisms

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus • Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents • Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions • Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry • Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues • Employee Resource Groups • Benefits may vary depending on location. • The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives. • $220,000—$250,000 USD • Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. • We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].