Backend Developer (Java, Web3)

TL;DR

Backend Developer (Java, Web3): Building and optimizing low-latency, high-throughput trading systems for a global blockchain ecosystem with an accent on system architecture, event processing, and risk management. Focus on designing high-availability infrastructure and integrating AI coding agents to enhance engineering productivity.

Location: Remote (Hong Kong)

Company

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem and the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume.

What you will do

• Own the full development lifecycle for low-latency, high-throughput trading systems.
• Collaborate with Quant and Research teams to enhance pricing, hedging, and delta-residual models.
• Build and maintain trading infrastructure for large-scale positions, quotes, and orders.
• Implement risk management tools and identify system bottlenecks to improve performance.
• Mentor junior developers and lead design and code reviews.
• Integrate AI coding agents into project planning, technical design, and security reviews.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Java and/or Python application development.
• Strong grasp of software design, architecture, and system integration.
• Solid knowledge of event processing, multi-threading, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, MyBatis, MySQL, Redis, and Kafka.
• Experience building high-availability, high-throughput, low-latency systems.
• English: Fluency required for coordination with overseas partners and stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience at trading firms, investment banks, hedge funds, or crypto exchanges.
• Understanding of derivatives products, options pricing, and hedging strategies.
• Familiarity with agent-driven workflows, MCP servers, and custom AI skills.
• Contributions to internal developer tooling or AI-assisted engineering productivity.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of the blockchain ecosystem with world-class talent.
• Flat organizational structure with a focus on autonomy and innovation.
• Results-driven workplace with extensive opportunities for career growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement depending on the business team's needs.