Team Lead / Senior Developer / Principal Engineer (.NET, HFT Trading)

Team Lead / Senior Developer / Principal Engineer (.NET, HFT Trading) | Limassol, Cyprus 

We’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Team Lead / Senior Developer or Principal Engineer to lead high-frequency trading (HFT) technology development from the ground up. If you have deep expertise in algorithmic trading, market microstructure, and high-performance .NET systems — this is your playground.

✔️ Salary: Competitive (base + performance-based bonuses, incl. crypto options)
✔️ Format: Full-time, on-site in Limassol (hybrid available after 6 months)
✔️ About the project:
You’ll join a high-performing prop trading team building next-generation infrastructure for executing quantitative strategies on global derivatives markets. From low-latency execution systems to alpha-generating models — you’ll shape the core tech powering 24/7 trading at scale. You’ll also have the freedom and budget to build your own team from scratch.

✔️ Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of trading algorithms and supporting systems
• Optimize infrastructure for performance, reliability, and low-latency execution
• Drive the evolution of our trading platform in collaboration with traders and quants
• Take full ownership of the SDLC and ensure best-in-class development practices
• Build, manage, and mentor a team of engineers to deliver high-impact solutions

✔️ Key Qualifications:
• 8+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in a senior/principal role in trading tech
• Solid experience in algorithmic strategy development and HFT environments
• Deep understanding of market microstructure, exchange APIs, and latency-sensitive systems
• Advanced proficiency in .NET/C# or C++, with strong software design skills
• Skilled in CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and infrastructure automation
• Strong analytical mindset and experience in performance tuning
• Track record of delivering critical systems in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mentality
• Leadership experience in building and scaling dev teams
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

✔️ Benefits:
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses (crypto-friendly)
• On-site work in sunny Limassol, with hybrid option post-probation
• Visa & Relocation support for non-EU citizens
• Health insurance and wellness (sports) program
• Corporate vehicle
• Flat structure and full ownership over your tech roadmap
• High autonomy and fast decision-making cycles
• Direct impact on trading performance and P/&L
• Team events and a collaborative engineering culture