Backend Engineer

What we do:

Creating and managing pre-approved instructions that allow assets to be moved to a pre-specified destination at a future date, even if the wallet is no longer able to sign transactions. Also providing immediate keyless recovery and threat response, without ever taking custody of your assets or touching your private key.

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with 5-6 years of experience to join our fast-paced and dynamic team. The ideal candidate thrives in challenging environments, is highly adaptable, and has a proven ability to deliver under pressure. If you’re passionate about backend systems, microservices, and blockchain technology, and you excel in startup environments, we’d love to speak with you.

This position is an onsite position in NYC

At this time we can only hire US citizens or Green card holders.

Blockchain experience is a MUST

About the Role: System Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend systems. Microservices Architecture: Build and optimize microservices for high-performance applications. Blockchain Integration: Collaborate with blockchain developers to integrate backend services with blockchain platforms. System Architecture: Work with cross-functional teams to design robust system architectures and deployment pipelines. Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Performance Optimization: Monitor and enhance system performance, ensuring high availability and scalability. DevOps: Manage deployment pipelines and infrastructure using Kubernetes and AWS. Problem Solving: Analyze and resolve complex technical challenges across the backend stack.

Responsibilities:

• System Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend systems.
• Microservices Architecture: Build and optimize microservices for high-performance applications.
• Blockchain Integration: Collaborate with blockchain developers to integrate backend services with blockchain platforms.
• System Architecture: Work with cross-functional teams to design robust system architectures and deployment pipelines.
• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and enhance system performance, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• DevOps: Manage deployment pipelines and infrastructure using Kubernetes and AWS.
• Problem Solving: Analyze and resolve complex technical challenges across the backend stack.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3+ years in backend engineering roles.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in backend programming languages (GoLang preferred).
• Tech Stack: Familiarity with Dapr, Cassandra, and SQL.
• Blockchain Knowledge: Basic understanding of blockchain concepts and experience with blockchain integrations.
• Microservices Expertise: Strong experience building and maintaining microservices-based architectures.
• DevOps Skills: Previous work experience with Kubernetes (K8s) clusters and AWS.

Required Skills:

• Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and embrace the challenge of rapidly evolving priorities.
• Resilience: Comfortable with handling pressure and delivering quality results under tight deadlines.
• Problem-Solving Attitude: Approaches challenges with curiosity, creativity, and determination.
• Ownership and Accountability: Takes initiative and responsibility for delivering impactful outcomes.
• Team Player: Collaborates effectively with diverse teams to drive success.