Trading Infrastructure Engineer

MLabs

$200K — $250K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 6+ years in software engineering, preferably at a Staff level.
  • In-depth knowledge of blockchain internals and transaction mechanics.
  • Strong experience with Solana; expertise in other ecosystems may be considered.
  • Proven ability to oversee complex infrastructure projects from inception to deployment.
  • Must work on-site in Soho, NYC, to support a collaborative culture.
  • Curiosity and passion for multichain interoperability are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead optimization of transaction landing infrastructure for top-tier speed and reliability.
  • Design proprietary routing systems and cross-chain solvers to enhance swap efficiency.
  • Architect and deploy advanced trading features like cross-chain limit orders.
  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks in trading flows with strategic planning and execution.
  • Serve as a technical expert, ensuring high code quality and performance standards for the team.

Benefits

  • Highly competitive salary and equity options.
  • Modern office located in Soho, NYC, providing an inspiring work environment.
  • Collaborate with a small, elite team from leading crypto protocols.
  • Engage in cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of trading infrastructure.
Full Job Description
Trading Infrastructure Engineer

Location: New York (Office)

On-site Full-time

Compensation: $200K - $250K

The engineering team is composed of high-caliber, crypto-native professionals with backgrounds from industry leaders such as dYdX, Uniswap, and OpenSea. Following a recent move to a spacious new office in Soho, the organization is looking for a Staff Trading Infrastructure Engineer to spearhead the evolution of their trading infrastructure. This role is focused on the technical frontier of transaction speed, MEV prevention, and liquidity routing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Infrastructure Optimization: Lead the development and overhaul of transaction landing infrastructure to ensure industry-leading speed and reliability.
  • Routing & Solvers: Design and implement proprietary routing systems and cross-chain solvers to optimize swap efficiency for users.
  • Feature Development: Architect and deploy advanced trading functionalities, including cross-chain limit orders and custom gas sponsorship infrastructure.
  • Strategic Planning: Autonomously identify bottlenecks in current trading flows and execute technical roadmaps to maintain a competitive edge in a multichain environment.
  • Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert for a lean team of frontend and backend engineers, maintaining high standards for code quality and performance.

Requirements
  • Experience: Minimum of 6+ years of professional software engineering experience, ideally operating at a Staff level or higher.
  • Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of blockchain internals, specifically regarding how to land transactions in highly competitive environments.
  • Ecosystem Knowledge: Strong experience with Solana is highly preferred, though exceptional candidates with deep expertise in other major ecosystems will be considered.
  • Problem Solving: Proven ability to manage the entire lifecycle of complex infrastructure projects-from conceptualization to deployment-with minimal supervision.
  • Location: Ability to work in-person at the client's Soho office in New York City. The organization maintains a strong in-person culture to foster collaboration and rapid iteration.
  • Mindset: A curious, crypto-native approach with a genuine interest in the future of multichain interoperability.

Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salary and equity packages.
  • Prime Location: Modern, spacious office located in the heart of Soho, NYC.
  • High-Impact Environment: Opportunity to work alongside a small, elite team of engineers from top-tier crypto protocols.
  • Cutting-Edge Tech: Direct involvement in shaping the infrastructure of a next-generation trading platform.


Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search.

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