Backend Engineer (Python, Go, Kafka, Redis)
Kickstart your backend developer career with the fastest-growing crypto prop firm.
Welcome to HyroTrader, a next-gen crypto proprietary trading platform where traders worldwide get direct access to simulated funded accounts on ByBit and CLEO, with no geographic or jurisdictional limits. We’re a small, agile team of traders, developers, and builders, moving fast and staying lean. Get the opportunity to grow from the start and work on a fast-moving, innovative project, with no corporate structure.
We will only process applications that include a link to your Git repository with work examples at the very beginning of your message. Applications without a repo link will not be considered.
Your Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize backend systems powering our trading platform.
Build APIs (REST, GraphQL, gRPC) and WebSocket services for real-time data streaming.
Architect scalable and fault-tolerant solutions with high availability.
Implement monitoring, observability, and automation for production services.
Collaborate with traders and developers to deliver mission-critical features.
What We’re Looking For
Excellent knowledge of Python and/or Go (Golang)
Strong experience with Bash scripting and automation
Advanced knowledge of Apache Kafka (design, optimization, troubleshooting, cluster management)
Experience with Redis (cache + message broker, performance optimization)
Proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL preferred) and NoSQL databases
Proven track record designing REST, GraphQL, and/or gRPC APIs
Experience with WebSockets for real-time communication & data streaming
Solid understanding of containerization (Docker; Kubernetes is a plus)
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI preferred)
Familiarity with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, Sentry, etc.)
At least basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, HTTP, load balancing, security, proxies)
Background in building for scalability, high availability, failover, and resilience
Nice to Have
Experience with event-driven architectures, microservices, CQRS, and DDD
Work with big data and stream processing
Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Familiarity with other message brokers (RabbitMQ, etc.)
Experience with load testing and performance tuning
Knowledge of API gateways and service mesh
Backend security expertise (OAuth2, JWT, rate limiting, audit logs)
Experience with legacy system migrations
Why Join HyroTrader?
Be part of a core team shaping the product from the ground up.
Work on fast-moving fintech and Web3 projects with real user impact.
Flat structure — your ideas are heard and implemented quickly.
Fully remote, async-friendly, and flexible hours.
Competitive compensation based on experience and contribution.
How to Apply
Send us:
A link to your GitHub repo (required, at the very top of your message)
Your CV
Anything else you’re proud of
Ready to build the future of trading with us? Let’s make it happen.