We're seeking a talented Backend Developer to join our trading systems team. You'll work on building high-performance systems for arbitrage, chain integration, and other trading applications. Our ideal candidate has a strong foundation in computer science, algorithms, and software development, with a passion for low-latency systems and trading technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop high-performance backend systems for trading applications, focusing on low-latency and high-throughput
• Implement arbitrage strategies and chain integration solutions
• Collaborate with senior developers to design and optimize system architecture
• Write efficient, scalable, and reliable code in languages such as Rust (more preferably, or wanting to code Rust), Go, or JavaScript (Node.js)
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase
• Troubleshoot and debug complex system issues

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Rust, Go, or JavaScript (Node.js)
• Experience with algorithms and data structures (e.g., graph algorithms, caching, queues)
• Knowledge of computer systems, networking, and operating systems
• Familiarity with trading systems, financial markets, or blockchain technology (nice to have)
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience with high-performance computing, parallel processing, or distributed systems
• Knowledge of blockchain platforms or trading APIs
• Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana

• Performance bonus: Yearly bonus up to 15 months of your fixed salary
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain projects
• Access to the latest AI-enhanced development tools and infrastructure
• A collaborative, open, and supportive team environment
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Work-from-home policy: 4 days/month
• Company-sponsored Cursor AI license for enhanced productivity

People & Culture at Nerd Labs

At Nerd Labs, you’ll join a team of builders who are technically sharp, open-minded, and serious about growth, both individually and collectively.

Our people come from top global universities like EPFL (Switzerland), KAIST (South Korea), NUS (Singapore), and Vietnam’s leading institutions such as HUST, UET, FTU, and NEU.

We work alongside teammates who’ve earned Olympiad in Informatics medals, placed Top 10 in ICPC, won international hackathons (Aptos, BNB Chain, Cosmos), published research in AI & Web3, and served as a Solana Global Ambassador.

Some team members have also worked at world-class companies like Google UK and Anduin Transactions (US), as well as leading Vietnamese tech companies like MoMo and Tiki.

At Nerd Labs, we value more than just skills, we grow builders:

• Personal Development: We invest in people who invest in themselves.
• Empowerment: You have ownership, a voice, and the space to try.
• Opportunity: A launchpad for those ready to grow fast and deep.
• Expertise: We respect sharp thinking, not loud opinions.
• Fairness: Effort is recognized, ideas are debated, not egos.