About the company
Blockchain.com (formerly Blockchain.info) is a cryptocurrency financial services company. The company began as the first Bitcoin blockchain explorer in 2011 and later created a cryptocurrency wallet that accounted for 28% of bitcoin transactions between 2012 and 2020. It also operates a cryptocurrency exchange and provides institutional markets lending business and data, charts, and analytics.
Job Summary
We are looking forward to hiring a solid Front-End Engineer to join our DeFi Squad to rapidly create, iterate and launch high quality software that empower users all over the world. This role will be involved in diverse DeFi projects and should be able to adapt easily to meet the needs of our fast growth and the rapidly evolving crypto ecosystem. Currently, one of the main challenges of this position is building Blockchain.com Staking Platform: designing the system and introducing new networks to provide diverse staking options to our customers.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Build software that handles low latency high throughput trades for users around the globe Write well-tested, reliable code for our platforms Review peers code and give feedback Take part in feature design and development. Work close to designers, PM and customer success team Proactively collaborate with team members, ensuring the sharing of knowledge and efficient division of labour Propose new ideas for the app: technical improvements or features Take your, and other peoples, code to production
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
At least 5 years’ experience working with JavaScript and modern client-side web applications preferred You thrive on learning new technologies and don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. That being said, you can expect to work with ES6, Styled Components, and React You should be able to adapt easily to meet the needs of our massive growth and rapidly evolving business environment You understand requirements beyond the written word and have a sharp eye Strong analytical and problem solving skills Proficiency in: Javascript / web technologies (HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, etc) / React.js / git Experience in developing and maintaining production applications Knowledge of Redux and node.js Knowledge of crypto (as in cryptocurrency, not as in cryptography) Nice to have: react hooks, redux-saga, bash scripting, docker, Jira, agile development, CORS, web security
COMPENSATION & PERKS
Competitive full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it Crypto bonuses Performance-based bonuses paid in cash Apple equipment provided by the company Awesome office locations and remote working options Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, and apprenticeship. Blockchain makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need at the time.