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Junior Software Engineer – Low Latency Trading Systems

Junior Software Engineer – Low Latency Trading Systems

Hybrid

New york, United states

$ 140,000 /year

Junior

Full Time

23-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Docker Kubernetes Networking Architecture Linux C++ Kafka Microservices

Job Specifications

New York (Hybrid)

You must already have the Right to Work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is available.

Salary: USD 100,000 – 140,000 + benefits + bonus

We’re working with a growing global fintech building real-time trading infrastructure across digital asset markets.

They’re looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join the team responsible for their core trade execution systems — where trades are routed, processed and executed in live markets.

This role would suit an early-career engineer who wants exposure to performance-focused systems and real production environments. You’ll be contributing to live trading infrastructure while learning from experienced engineers in a collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing

Building and improving backend services in Golang (or C++)
Supporting exchange and liquidity integrations (REST, WebSockets, FIX)
Working on systems that handle real-time trading activity
Improving performance, stability and reliability
Contributing to a distributed microservices architecture
Collaborating closely with engineers across the platform

What they’re looking for

1–3 years’ software engineering experience (internships count)
Experience with Golang or C++
Strong backend fundamentals
Experience building or consuming APIs
Comfortable working in Linux environments
Understanding of concurrency basics
Clear communication and a proactive mindset

Nice to have

Interest in trading systems or financial markets
Exposure to performance-sensitive systems
Kafka, Docker or Kubernetes
Networking fundamentals

What’s on offer

USD 100–140k base salary
Performance bonus
Strong benefits package
Hybrid working (New York)
Clear technical progression
Exposure to real trading infrastructure

Apply directly or reach out to Saron Erasmus at saronerasmus@albertbow.com for a confidential conversation.

All conversations are handled discreetly.

About the Company

Albert Bow is a recruitment agency operating worldwide. Recruiting across many different markets including Financial Trading, FinTech, EnergyTech, Crypto/Blockchain and MedTech. Helping leading organisations build and nurture high preforming teams. We place both contract and permanent talent ranging from junior positions to C-level suite. Verticals we cover; Technology Change & Transformation Product & Design Executive Search If you are looking for an excellent team member to join your company or you are on the hunt for a... Know more