Software Engineer
Summary
Design, develop, and maintain backend services for institutional crypto trading, optimizing performance, scalability, and security at Talos.
You will design, develop, and maintain backend services for institutional crypto trading, optimize system performance, scalability, and security, and collaborate with product and client teams to build solutions that support the full trade lifecycle. You will take ownership of your work and contribute to the entire development lifecycle, from design and implementation to testing and deployment, while solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services for institutional crypto trading
- Optimize system performance, scalability, and security
- Collaborate with product and client teams to build solutions that support the full trade lifecycle
- Contribute to a culture of innovation, transparency, and continuous learning
Requirements
- 3+ years of software engineering experience in Java preferred; alternatively, Go or C++
- B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science
- Experience developing enterprise-grade trading, risk or investment software strongly preferred, or a strong demonstrated interest through project work
- Experience working with large and complex backend systems
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
- Local to NYC HQ
Benefits
- Retirement plan contributions
- Unlimited vacation with a PTO bonus for qualifying time off
- Bonus and stock ownership
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave for 20 weeks after 1 year of service
- Global offsites and team outings
- One-time at-home office set-up stipend
- Monthly wellness credit
- In-office lunch credit
- Annual donation matching
- In-office perks including catered lunches, snacks, and drinks