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
šMaintain and develop existing front-end systems encompassing both external facing and internal user only functions šTransform user requirements into working and maintainable frontend systems using React and Next.js šCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Design, and Backend Engineering, to ensure seamless integration of new features and improvements šKeep abreast of new technologies and approaches to best serve strategic goals of the firm
Skills you should HODL
š2+ years of web application focused developer experience in a technology company šBachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, React and RESTful API design šUnderstanding of web development architecture and design patterns, ability to implement maintainable and scalable web applications šExperience with headless Content Management Systems such as Sanity.io, Contentful, Ghost.io or others šExperience with NextJS and Tailwind CSS šExperience of working with different with software development processes, ability to follow best practices and standards šIntellectual curiosity and deep interest in cryptocurrencies and blockchain along with some familiarity with cryptocurrency markets and blockchain technology
