We are a team of 120 people, primarily Engineers, Traders and Quants, focused on HFT with ~1% of global crypto trading volume. Being a bit weird, we
Are self-taught; our founders do not come from any of the big HFTs
Chose to have no VCs on cap-table; this spot is for our colleagues
Made Bratislava the central hub, not London or Amsterdam
When you do something you love, it does not feel like work. At Wincent work is purposeful and fulfilling.
Handshakes are sacred for us. Being in the money making business is good, but that alone is not worth our soul; we follow the motto “Be the good guys in the market”.
Life is too short for games of politics, fluff, or bullshit in general.
We embrace internal radical transparency in terms of compensation, bonuses, and trading strategies.
Would you like to work alongside top global talent, solve complex algorithmic challenges, and leverage advanced technologies to innovate in the crypto trading industry?
If you answer "YES," then we have something special for you: Join our team of software engineers from Facebook and Google, with academic backgrounds from Berkeley, Caltech, ETH, and MIT, to help build a world-class trading platform that automatically executes orders on 10+ crypto exchanges with dozens of crypto tokens.
This is an opportunity for you to make a significant impact and see the results of your hard work instantly. As soon as your code is pushed to production, it may execute thousands of orders per hour, which means you'll never get bored!
Engineering Experience: 3+ years
Engineering Expertise: System design, performance tuning, and low-level optimization. We are looking for people with experience with Kernel Linux, Network Engineering and Deep Network Knowledge.
Strong Algorithmic Thinking: Analyze data and develop efficient solutions.
Collaborative Spirit: Teamwork, communication, and collaboration are essential, as we work as a single unit, not as a group of individual contributors.
Systems Thinking: Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, and performance optimization.
Ownership & Problem Solving: We provide a lot of freedom to our engineers, so we expect you to be a “manager of one” who owns their agenda and delivers results.
Culture Fit: Say things as they are, answer questions truthfully, leave ego at the door, challenge decisions when you disagree, and once a decision is final, commit and deliver your best.
Introductory call
Technical interview
Technical Deepdive
Trading Interview (optional)
Soft skills interview
CEO round
Salary + bonuses: Your total estimated annual compensation package includes a fixed salary and performance bonuses paid twice a year. The base salary ranges between €120k and €200k with no ceiling for highly-specialized and top 0.1% engineering candidates. Earning €150,000 in Slovakia can be an equivalent of earning €393,164 in London according to livingcost.org. due to low living costs and low income taxes in Slovakia, see below.
Monthly fixed salary: We value specific expertise and offer above-the-market rates tailored to your experience and seniority level, adjusted to your local residency.
Bonuses twice a year: We pay performance bonuses every 6 months. As an engineer, you can typically look forward to taking home between €40k and €70k annually, depending on your and the fund’s performance.
Equity: You can opt to allocate a portion of your monthly salary toward equity in the company.
Fund investment: As a member of our team, you have an opportunity to invest in our flagship multi-strategy fund that has annualized over 50% net returns since its inception in 2017. You can choose how much money you'd like to invest.
Remote/Office: This role is remote friendly, with 2-weeks onboarding period in our Bratislava office and occasional travel (every 2-3 months).
Vacation: If you work full-time, you get 25 vacation days plus 12 public holidays each year, which totals approximately 40 days off per year (yes, that's A LOT!). If you need significantly more than that, you can arrange an unpaid leave with your manager and enjoy your sabbatical.
Full-day catering: All-inclusive breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, fruits, and other treats in our offices save you hundreds of euros every month.
Additional benefits include unlimited taxi to/from the office, mental health support, education & sports budget, cell phone plan in select countries, parental leave, and more to boost your productivity.
Low living costs: Bratislava offers a significantly lower cost of living compared to most major European cities (source: Numbeo).
Low income tax: Slovakia offers only 25% personal income tax, compared to 55% Austria, 50% Belgium, 49% Netherlands, 48% Portugal, 47% Spain, 45% UK, France, and Germany, 44% Greece, 43% Italy, 40% Ireland, and 32% Italy according to taxsummaries.pwc.com.
Regional hub: Bratislava lies at the intersection of Austria (only 80km from Vienna), Czechia (130km from Brno), and Hungary (200km from Budapest).
Safety: Bratislava is one of the safest capitals in Europe, providing peace of mind that is harder to find in larger cities with higher crime rates, such as Paris, London, or Brussels.
High quality of life: Bratislava offers a balanced lifestyle with access to nature, excellent public amenities, and shorter commutes, unlike many larger cities where high living costs often compromise quality of life.
Booming economy and opportunities: Bratislava is a growing economic hub with a focus on technology, finance, and innovation, attracting international companies and startups.
Don't hesitate and apply today!
At Wincent, we foster a culture of transparency, ownership, and autonomy, where every team member is empowered to make a meaningful impact. We prioritize clear objectives and give you the freedom to innovate and grow within a supportive, high-performing environment.
We value exceptional TOP 1% talent over a perfect match to a job description. If our vision and values resonate with you, we’d love to hear from you. Don’t hesitate to reach out—let’s explore how you can be part of shaping the future of cryptocurrency trading with us!
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If you're an experienced software engineer with a passion for low latency systems, then the Senior Software Engineer - Low Latency position at Wincent is an opportunity you won't want to miss! Wincent is a unique player in the crypto trading world, handling around 1% of global trading volume with a tight-knit team of about 120 professionals, including engineers, traders, and quants. What sets us apart? We pride ourselves on an unorthodox and empowering work culture where integrity, transparency, and a collaborative spirit are valued above all else. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll dive into innovative projects, developing a top-tier trading platform that executes orders across multiple exchanges. You’ll be working alongside some of the brightest talents who hail from renowned companies and universities like Facebook, Google, MIT, and more. We’re on the lookout for someone with at least 3 years of engineering experience, specialized in system design, performance tuning, and kernel-level optimization. Your strong algorithmic thinking and systems knowledge will shine as you contribute to building a platform that autonomously conducts thousands of trades per hour. At Wincent, you won't just code; you'll take ownership of projects, collaborate closely with your team, and directly influence market outcomes. With a generous compensation structure and benefits that support both professional growth and work-life balance, including remote flexibility and ample vacation, this is a chance to be part of something extraordinary in Bratislava’s technology-driven environment. So, if you're ready to make a real impact in the crypto space, apply now and join Wincent!
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