Senior Java Backend Engineer

  • Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Our Client is a Singapore based start-up, a non-custodial software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that empowers cryptocurrency traders with real-time on-chain analytics and direct, secure order transmission to independent decentralized exchanges. They are hiring a Senior Java Backend Engineer, to lead the development of the high-performance execution layer for copy trading and on-chain crypto products. 

Key Responsibilities

  • System Architecture: Own and build the high-performance backend execution layer for core crypto trading and copy trading infrastructure.
  • Hands-on Leadership: Function as a primary individual contributor (IC) who writes clean, production-ready code while providing technical direction to the local engineering workflow.
  • AI Integration: Leverage modern AI-native engineering tools to accelerate product delivery, optimize architecture, and reduce development cycles.
  • Cross-Border Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional technical teams in Shenzhen and product leadership in Singapore to ensure seamless deployment.

Key Requirements

  • Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Java backend development and high-throughput microservices.
  • Experience: 5 to 15 years of software engineering experience, including a strong track record of building products from 0 to 1 or leading small engineering teams.
  • Domain Knowledge: Deep familiarity with crypto trading systems, CEX/DEX infrastructure, or on-chain DeFi protocols. Direct exposure to copy trading architecture or the Hyperliquid ecosystem is a strong advantage.
  • AI-Native Workflow: Active, practical experience using AI coding tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code, Codeium) to boost development velocity.
  • Languages: Professional fluency in both Mandarin and English (written and spoken) for daily cross-border teamwork.