Senior Backend Engineer, US Exchange
PolymarketNew York, New York, United States
Posted February 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Polymarket operates a decentralized information markets platform that allows users to place bets on real-world events—from pandemics to political outcomes—turning collective speculation into predictive insights. By aggregating diverse viewpoints, the platform provides actionable data that helps individuals and organizations anticipate future developments and make informed decisions. Polymarket differentiates itself through a transparent, blockchain‑based architecture that ensures data integrity and enables instant, tamper‑proof settlement. Its focus on high‑impact, globally relevant topics positions the company at the intersection of finance, data science, and public policy, offering a unique career environment for those passionate about technology and societal impact.
Job Description
Polymarket is looking for a senior backend engineer to build and scale the core exchange infrastructure that powers their markets. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in C/C++ or another systems language and experience building low-latency, high-throughput systems.
Requirements
- 4–7+ years of professional backend development experience
- Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, concurrency, memory management
- Experience building low-latency, high-throughput systems
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Equity
- Unlimited PTO
- Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup