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Tech Lead/ CTO (Perp DEX/Rust)

United StatesRemoteFull-time

AI Summary

Leads protocol and backend engineering, architecting and implementing high-performance trading infrastructure in Rust for a Solana-based DEX. Oversees order book, margin, liquidation, and risk systems with a focus on low latency and reliability.

About this role

We are representing a leading force in the decentralized exchange (DEX) space, specifically operating within the high-performance Solana ecosystem.

Core Responsibilities

  • Direct the execution of protocol and backend engineering teams, setting the pace for delivery and the bar for technical excellence.
  • Architect and implement mission-critical trading infrastructure using Rust, focusing on extreme performance and reliability.
  • Lead the development of core exchange primitives, including margin systems, liquidation mechanisms, and advanced liquidity models.
  • Audit critical code paths to minimize latency, maximize execution quality, and improve the overall market maker experience.
  • Foster a culture of rigorous engineering through deep code reviews, architectural guidance, and hands-on mentorship.

Requirement:

  • Expert in Rust and have a proven track record of shipping high-performance, production-grade systems.
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems, concurrency, and performance tuning for high-throughput environments.
  • Strong familiarity with order book mechanics, perpetual futures, or derivatives market structure.
  • Experience building matching engines, risk management systems, or liquidation engines is highly preferred.
  • Experience with Solana (or similar high-performance chains) and a solid grasp of on-chain execution models and their inherent constraints.

Skills

Architectural GuidanceAuditing Critical Code PathsCode ReviewConcurrencyDerivatives Market StructureDistributed SystemsHigh-throughput SystemsLiquidation EnginesMatching EnginesMentorshipOn-chain Execution ModelsOrder Book MechanicsPerformance TuningPerpetual FuturesRisk Management SystemsRustSolana

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