Share on-call rotation duties, primary escalation for production incidents
Stack
Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, AWS
The posting, condensed
DevOps engineer for low-latency crypto trading platforms. Build and optimize AWS/hybrid cloud infrastructure for microsecond execution using kernel tuning and high-performance networking. Design CI/CD pipelines for trading engines (OMS, EMS) with zero-downtime deployments.
FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever- evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
Responsibilities
Build, scale, and optimize core low-latency trading platforms.
Architect AWS and hybrid cloud infrastructure for microsecond execution using kernel tuning (isolcpus), AWS Placement Groups, and enhanced networking (ENA/ENI).
Design and maintain release pipelines for core trading engines (OMS, EMS, Gateways), ensuring zero-downtime deployments and deterministic rollbacks.
Collaborate across teams to enhance platform reliability, performance, scalability, and security.
Provision high-throughput messaging paths (Aeron, FIX gateways) to support venue expansions for market making and regional growth.
Drive infrastructure automation, network topology design, and OS configurations using Terraform and Ansible.
Build real-time telemetry pipelines using Grafana Cloud, Alloy, and Prometheus to detect latency spikes and system issues.
Deployment expertise with canary and blue/green release strategies for stateful systems.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills under time-sensitive conditions.
Working knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and key-value stores (Redis).
Exposure to algorithmic trading strategies, market-making mechanics, or crypto exchange APIs.
The base pay for this role is expected to be between $179,000-$226,000 in the New York City Area. This expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for a successful candidate will be determined based on a number of factors such as location, skillset, experience, qualifications and the level at which the candidate is hired.
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Inclusivity Statement
FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!
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