Galaxy - VP, Algo/SOR Developer
Requirements
• We’re seeking an experienced EMS / SOR Developer to join our team in London. You will have a proven track record of building and benchmarking execution algorithms from the ground up. • Ideally, you’ve been actively engaged with the crypto markets, or have a strong curiosity about them. In this role, you will take a lead in developing greenfield algorithmic trading systems, shaping the core of our next-generation trading infrastructure. • 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. • 8+ years of experience developing routing strategies for specific markets (e.g., FX Markets, crypto exchanges) in Java • 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 and infrastructure stack associated with electronic and algorithmic trading • Strong technical background, with the ability to understand system architecture and technical workflows • Proficiency with trading system architecture (OMS/EMS, market gateways) • Strong understanding of 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 • Experience in theDeFi, or crypto space • Exposure to regulatory or compliance-driven environments • Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) or DevOps processes
Responsibilities
• Design and development of a low-latency, high-throughput EMS/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 • Monitor and optimize system performance under real-world trading conditions • Contribute to system resilience and business continuity • Provide support for production trading issues
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. • 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
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