# Senior Back-end Engineer

> AscendEX · New York, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-11

**Salary:** USD 280,000–350,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**AscendEx** is a well-recognized global cryptocurrency trading platform. Currently, we are looking for a mid/senior backend developer to join our global team and build out the high-performance, low latency, robust, and scalable core trading system.

**Responsibilities:**

\- Review designs, document technical specifications, and provide time estimates for implementing features/fixes.

\- Write high-performance, reusable, modular code along with automated tests.

\- Maintain a close working relationship with a geographically distributed development team in an evolving agile environment.

\- Follow common design patterns, architectural practices and development methodologies.

\- Identify and resolve performance issues to optimize for speed.

## Requirements

\- 5-12 years of professional work experience in a software development organization.

\- 7+ years of professional work experience with Scala, Java, or Go.

\- Experience designing and coding large distributed systems with high throughput.

\- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment with iterative deadlines.

\- A dedicated team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

\- Able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Mandarin-speaking is a bonus.

\- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or related major.

\- Knowledge on cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain technology is a plus.

## Benefits

\- Work alongside diverse, world-class talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless

\- Tackle fast-paced, challenging and unique projects

\- Flexible working hours, remote-first

\- Competitive salary and benefits

## Apply

[Apply at AscendEX](https://apply.workable.com/ascendex/j/742252E455/apply)

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