Director, Head of Execution

About the role

In this role, you will design and oversee the creation of a low-latency, high-throughput algorithmic trading system. Your responsibilities will include implementing intelligent routing algorithms and collaborating closely with traders and product managers to enhance trading capabilities.

You will also be tasked with optimizing system performance in real-world trading scenarios, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring high code quality. Success in this position requires a strong technical background and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and expertise.

Skills that matter here

• algorithmic trading: This role involves designing and developing sophisticated algorithmic trading systems.
• low-latency systems: Experience in building low-latency systems is crucial for optimizing trading performance.
• FIX protocol: Proficiency in FIX protocol is necessary for working with trading system architecture.
• real-time data processing: Knowledge of real-time market data processing is important for developing effective routing strategies.
• Linux systems: Experience with Linux systems and performance profiling tools is required for system optimization.

Who this role suits

• A seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in trading system development.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and has a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• An individual with a strong technical background who understands system architecture and workflows.
• A mentor who enjoys guiding junior developers while maintaining high code quality standards.

From the employer

What You’ll Do

• Design and lead the development of a low-latency, high-throughput Algo Trading / Smart Order Router system
• Implement intelligent routing algorithms based on execution quality, liquidity, latency, and cost
• Collaborate with traders, and product managers to refine routing logic and build new algorithmic capabilities
• Integrate the SOR with the trading, booking and reporting stack
• Monitor and optimize system performance under real-world trading conditions
• Mentor junior developers, enforce code quality standards, and contribute to architectural decisions
• Provide support for production trading issues and continuously improve system resilience and failover mechanisms

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience developing routing strategies for specific markets (e.g., U.S. equities, EU markets, crypto exchanges)
• Knowledge of tick data analytics and real-time market data processing
• Familiarity with cloud-based market access or hybrid deployments
• Experience working in high-frequency or algorithmic trading environments
• Experience building low-latency systems and working with multicast/unicast market data feeds
• A solid understanding of the application stack and infrastructure associated with electronic and algorithmic trading
• Strong technical background, with the ability to understand system architecture and technical workflows
• Proficiency in FIX protocol and trading system architecture (OMS/EMS, market gateways)
• Familiarity with concurrency, networking, and memory management
• Experience with Linux systems and performance profiling tools
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

Benefits may vary depending on location. The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise.