Software Engineer | Mid-Office | Python

About BlockTech

BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global cryptocurrency derivatives and spot trading while expanding into new markets. Positions, PnL, and hedging all run through our Core team. When the numbers our traders and risk team rely on are wrong, this is where it gets found and fixed.

The role

We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our Core team in this role, you'll own the systems that keep positions, PnL, and hedging correct across every venue we trade. You build and run the platform, and you're the one who notices when a number looks wrong and follows it until you know why.

You will:

• Own the books. Maintain and evolve our position, trade, and PnL systems so they stay accurate across every venue.

• Do the quant work. Build and refine our hedging, Greeks, margin models, and early exercise premium calculations.

• Surface the risk. Build the risk views and calculations that show traders and the risk team what exposure we're carrying.

• Support the desk. Work side by side with traders and researchers, making sure the data they rely on is correct and available.

• Deliver reporting. Provide the data that internal stakeholders and regulators require, PnL breakdowns, trade surveillance, treasury accounting, and compliance.

• Own it in production. Spot discrepancies in live data, trace the root cause, and maintain what you ship.

What we're looking for

• An engineer at heart with a strong quantitative background. Real enthusiasm for the engineering work.

• A relevant educational background, ideally in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Econometrics or Computer Science.

• Professional work experience with Python, Grafana and PostgreSQL.

• Strong Debugging skills. You can trace problems to their source even in unfamiliar systems

• An engineer at heart with a strong quantitative background.

• A critical mind that follows things until completion, high ownership, and clear communication in English

Nice to have

• Experience in finance (ideally trading), on the systems behind positions, PnL, risk, and hedging

What's in it for you?

• A full-time position in a relaxed and modern office in Amsterdam

• Competitive compensation consisting of a base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on individual and company performance. Outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund

• Pension plan, company laptop, and reimbursement of your internet costs at home

• An extensive in-house training program and an annual learning & development budget, working at the forefront of automated trading using state-of-the-art technology, in an environment that embraces AI to both accelerate productivity and advance our systems and models

• Gym membership reimbursement and the opportunity to engage in various sports during working hours, including kickboxing, CrossFit, fitness, and soccer, plus regular social events including weekly Friday drinks, monthly outings, quarterly sports competitions, and bi-annual trips abroad

• Daily breakfast and warm lunch, with snacks and drinks provided throughout the day. For internationals: all-in relocation package and Dutch classes

Our culture

At our core, we are a team of passionate trading and tech enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing trading through automation. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation and benefits, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to personal development transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

Join us to unlock your potential and drive innovation in the exciting world of algorithmic trading.