Role Overview

As a Backend Engineer, at Asva Labs you will contribute across different portfolio products. Initially you’ll design and implement the trading engine, portfolio services, and data pipelines that drive Tetra’s platform. Your work will ensure traders get accurate, real-time data and reliable execution in fast-moving markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect APIs and services in Node.js (Fastify/Express)
• Integrate with exchange APIs (CEX & DEX) for order routing, balances, and positions
• Manage market data ingestion (order books, trades, OHLCV) with high throughput
• Design portfolio aggregation logic across wallets, exchanges, and protocols
• Implement risk management checks and safeguards at the execution layer
• Optimize database systems (Postgres, Redis, Kafka/BullMQ) for scale and latency
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and quants to expose clean, reliable APIs
• Ensure robust security practices in handling financial transactions

Qualifications

• 3+ years in backend development with Node.js/TypeScript
• Proven experience with exchange integrations (REST, WebSocket, FIX a plus)
• Strong knowledge of relational databases, caching, and message queues
• Experience with low-latency trading systems or real-time data pipelines
• Familiarity with blockchain fundamentals and DeFi protocols
• Bonus: Prior work on portfolio trackers, risk engines, or trading platforms

Why Join Tetra

• Build mission-critical backend systems powering next-gen trading