Low-Latency Java Engineering - Crypto Exchange

Role & Responsibilities

Build the backbone of a next-generation exchange by designing and developing ultra-low-latency, high-throughput systems at massive scale.

Architect data pipelines end-to-end  from extraction and transformation to ingestion and fan-outensuring every microsecond counts.

Drive performance excellence through intelligent test automation, profiling, cost optimization, and continual engineering refinement.

Develop a deep understanding of the exchanges business logic, market workflows, and regulatory performance requirements , shaping systems that power real markets.

Partner closely with global engineering, product, and business teams to deliver strategic, high-impact solutions that the entire organization depends on.

Champion clean code, robust architecture, and engineering best practices , guiding the team toward world-class technical standards.

Work cross-continent with a talented team across Hong Kong, Singapore, and the USA, contributing directly to the evolution of a global platform.

Experience & Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science or related discipline, with 10+ years of hands-on engineering experience , ideally in fintech, trading, or high-performance platforms.

Deep mastery of Java for high-performance, low-latency systems , including zero-GC techniques, concurrency models, and tuning.

Practical experience with Chronicle Queue, Aeron, Kafka , or similar high-throughput middleware.

Strong command of computer science fundamentals, especially data structures and real-world systems design .

Opinionated and experienced with testing methodologies , engineering principles, and coding standards.

Comfortable with modern SDLC tooling and CI / CD workflows.

A proactive, ownership-driven engineer who thrives in a fast-moving, startup-style environment.

Passionate about mentoring , elevating engineering quality, and sharing knowledge.

Eligible to work in Hong Kong.