Lead Backend Engineer, Rust

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Requirements:

• Strong backend development experience in Rust
• Proven experience leading a team of 2-3 developers in a hands-on leadership role (player-coach)
• Deep interest in HFT and algorithmic trading.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement new features and services using Rust.
• Provide architectural oversight, enforce best practices, and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Lead the team: conduct code reviews, mentor engineers, and support their professional growth.
• Collaborate with development, trading, and DevOps teams to discuss requirements and design solutions for the trading platform.
• Maintain and enhance existing modules based on business needs and feedback.
• Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of solutions through automated (unit, integration, performance) and manual testing in cooperation with the QA team.
• Play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top-tier engineering talent.