About the Role

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to help design, build, and optimize our next-generation trading systems. You’ll work side by side with senior developers and traders to enhance exchange connectivity, monitor performance and refine our algorithms for speed, precision, and efficiency.

This is a unique chance to take early ownership in a fast-growing division — perfect for someone who’s proactive, eager to learn, and ready to grow into a high-impact technical role.

What You’ll Do

Develop and maintain ultra-low-latency trading systems that operate at speeds beyond standard trading environments.
Optimize exchange connectivity and infrastructure to achieve maximum reliability and minimal latency.
Design and implement monitoring and analytics frameworks to track trading performance, system health, and uptime across global markets.
Continuously refine and improve systems to stay ahead of rapidly evolving market conditions.
Push the limits of performance, latency, and integration, helping us maintain a clear technological and executional edge.
Contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence, where precision, speed, and reliability define success.

Experience & Technical Background

Degree in a quantitative field (computer science, engineering, mathematics or similar)
Strong programming skills, knowledgeable about low-level programming concepts
Experience (professional or through personal projects) building or contributing to complex or high-performance systems in a language like C++, Rust, Java or similar
Python, SQL or Rust knowledge are a plus
Interest in financial markets and/or crypto is a plus

Mindset & Approach

You’re driven by performance and real tangible results
Analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about solving hard technical problems.
Adaptable and eager to learn — you thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
A team player who values collaboration and stability; working closely with others is key at BlackBird.
Ambitious and motivated to prove yourself, grow quickly, and be rewarded for your impact.

Requirements

Programming Skills

Strong programming skills, knowledgeable about low-level programming concepts.

Experience with High-Performance Systems

Experience building or contributing to complex or high-performance systems in languages like C++, Rust, or Java.

Degree in Quantitative Field

A degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a similar field.

Nice to Have

Python Knowledge

Knowledge of Python is a plus.

SQL Knowledge

Familiarity with SQL is beneficial.

Interest in Financial Markets

An interest in financial markets and/or crypto is a plus.