Alex Okla

Intermediate / Senior Java Developer: We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a dynamic team working on complex and innovative software solutions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while collaborating with skilled professionals in an agile environment. Responsibilities:Develop and implement high-quality software solutions for large-scale projects.Collaborate closely with team members to design and deliver effective technical solutions.Provide support and guidance to colleagues, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.Experience & Requirements At least 5 years of experience as a Java developert.Proficiency in full-stack development with Java, JEE, and Spring (Boot).Experience with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka) and containerization (e.g., Docker).Familiarity with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).Hands-on experience with build and deployment tools such as Maven, Nexus, and Git.Understanding of key security concepts like authentication, authorization, IAM, PKI, and encryption.Fluent in German (written and spoken)

We're currently partnered with a privately held technology firm in Zug that operates in the global digital asset and derivatives markets. With a lean, pragmatic structure and deep technical roots, this team builds ultra-efficient, real-time trading systems that support high-throughput strategies in global derivatives markets. You’ll be part of a collaborative, engineering-led culture where speed, precision, and autonomy are highly valued where you will be reporting directly into the Head of IT. 🔧 Key Responsibilities:Design and implement ultra-low latency components using Rust 🦀Build robust, asynchronous systems for streaming market data and event handlingDevelop integration's with trading venues, APIs, PostgreSQL, Redis, and KafkaContribute to architecture decisions and long-term platform evolution🧠 Technical Requirements:Proven experience in Rust or C , ideally in high-performance, time-critical systemsDeep understanding of concurrency, multithreading, and systems programmingPractical experience with async Rust (tokio, async-std) and the Rust tool chain (Cargo, Clippy, Rustfmt)Confident with debugging, profiling, and optimising low-latency codeExposure to crypto, trading, or fintech environments is a bonus — but not a requirement💡 Culture & Fit:Previous work in prop trading, quant firms, or market-making is a strong advantageClear communicator who values practical solutions over perfectionPassionate about software beyond work — GitHub projects, coding competitions, or just hacking for funComfortable in a flat, fast-paced team with minimal bureaucracy and maximum ownershipIdeal for engineers who thrive in unstructured environments and value autonomy ⚙️