About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The Opportunity
📍Integrate our existing systems with exciting new blockchains 📍Design and implement low-latency, high-availability, super secure applications and data protection systems 📍Write highly scalable, high volume services 📍Write reusable, testable, and efficient code 📍Design and optimize database schemas 📍Own, develop and maintain existing crypto services
Skills you should HODL
📍At least 3 years of backend development experience 📍Solid expertise in the Ethereum stack, with hands-on experience in smart contract development using Solidity 📍Strong backend development skills with Typescript (Node.js) and/or Rust 📍Understanding of cryptographic principles and security best practices for EVM-based systems 📍Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and GNU/Linux environments 📍Proficiency with Git and testing frameworks for automated testing and unit tests 📍Passion for blockchain development, with a strong focus on Ethereum, EVM, L2s and decentralized technologies 📍A proactive and adaptable mindset, ready to tackle dynamic challenges in a fast-paced environment
The crypto industry is evolving rapidly, offering new opportunities in blockchain, web3, and remote crypto roles — don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
