Backend Engineer Backend Engineer Backend Engineer
Summary
Backend engineer building core infrastructure for HyperLink, a prime broker for Hyperliquid: high-performance Rust services, HyperEVM smart contracts, and real-time trading systems with sub-millisecond latency requirements.
HyperLink is a prime broker for Hyperliquid. We're building infrastructure for institutional-grade algorithmic trading at scale.
About the RoleWe're seeking an exceptional backend engineer to build the core infrastructure powering HyperLink. You'll work on cutting-edge technologies including TEEs, Rust, smart contracts, and high-performance distributed systems running on Hyperliquid.
What You'll DoDesign and implement high-performance backend services in Rust
Build and optimise smart contracts for the HyperEVM
Develop real-time trading infrastructure with sub-millisecond latency requirements
Collaborate with a world-class team on protocol architecture and system design
Key TechnologiesRust
Solidity
Privacy-Preserving Cryptography
High-Performance Distributed Systems
What We're Looking ForStrong proficiency in Rust and systems programming
Exposure to high-throughput trading systems
Experience with high-performance, low-latency systems
Understanding of blockchain and smart contract development
Ability to work on complex distributed systems
Passion for building robust, scalable infrastructure
Compensation & Package0.2%-0.5% equity
Interview Process- 1 Founder / CEO Interview
20 minute intro with Co-Founder
- 2 Technical Interview
30 min technical session with Lead Engineer
- 3 Technical Interview
30 min technical session with Co-Founder
- 4 Final Interview
3 Day work trial
Strong proficiency in Rust and systems programming
Exposure to high-throughput trading systems
Experience with high-performance, low-latency systems
Understanding of blockchain, smart contract development and able to work on complex distributed systems
Passionate about building on Hyperliquid or have previous experience about Hyperliquid
