VP, Algo Trading / SOR Developer
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Overview
Join Galaxy Digital as a VP, Algo Trading / SOR Developer. Lead the development of algorithmic trading systems in a dynamic environment focused on digital assets and AI. Who We Are: Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.
What You’ll Do
- •Design and development of a low-latency, high-throughput EMS/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
- •Monitor and optimize system performance under real-world trading conditions
- •Contribute to system resilience and business continuity
- •Provide support for production trading issues
- •Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
- •Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.
What We Offer
- •Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
- •Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
- •Flexible Time Off (paid)
- •3% 401(k) company contribution
- •Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
- •Generous paid Parental Leave
- •Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
- •Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
- •Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
- •Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
- •Employee Resource Groups
- •Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace.
What We’re Looking For
- •8+ years of experience developing routing strategies for specific markets (e.g., FX Markets, crypto exchanges) in Java.
- •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 and infrastructure stack associated with electronic and algorithmic trading.
- •Strong technical background, with the ability to understand system architecture and technical workflows.
- •Proficiency with trading system architecture (OMS/EMS, market gateways).
- •Strong understanding of 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.