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Tech stack: TypeScript, NestJS; React, Redux, HTML5, CSS3; Kafka, WebSockets; PostgreSQL, Redis; OpenAPI, AsyncAPI; Docker, AWS EKS, Kong; Nx Monorepo, Git Submodules.
Our client, a fast-growing fintech startup headquartered in Zürich, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Trading Infrastructure to help build and scale their next-generation trading systems. This is a critical leadership role with flexibility to work remotely within the EU timezone or from their Zürich office.
You will be responsible for shaping the architecture and performance of the company's core trading systems. Reporting directly to the CTO, you will lead a remote team while staying hands-on with key backend development work.
Responsibilities:
Architect and optimise backend trading infrastructure
Drive development using TypeScript, NestJS, and Kafka
Oversee deployments with AWS EKS, Kong, and Docker
Maintain Nx monorepo and manage Git submodules
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers
Qualifications:
At least 5 years of full-stack experience with a focus on backend systems
Excellent communication skills in English and a collaborative approach
Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers across locations
Strong background in fintech or trading, building scalable systems in production
Technical fluency in TypeScript, React, Redux, NestJS, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Redis
Familiarity with OpenAPI and AsyncAPI standards
Our client is a pre-Series A fintech startup on a mission to modernise trading infrastructure. They offer a fast-paced, product-focused environment with remote work flexibility, involvement in technical strategy, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on platform evolution.
Are you motivated by clean design, reliable systems, and the opportunity to influence both product and team direction? Apply now for the Lead Software Engineer - Trading Infrastructure role and help shape the next wave of fintech innovation.
We aim to provide feedback within five working days.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Finance and Information Technology
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