Bastion

Backend Engineer - Stablecoins

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Blockchain, CryptocurrencyIndustries

About Bastion

Bastion enables financial institutions and enterprises to issue regulated stablecoins, generate revenue on reserves, and expand their ecosystems. Bastion’s platform combines stablecoin issuance, secure custody, and seamless orchestration for cross-border transfers, on/off-ramps, and stablecoin conversions. With Bastion’s platform and APIs, businesses can create and scale their stablecoin network, while optimizing revenue, compliance, and control.

Overview

We are looking for a software engineer focusing on backend to join the Bastion engineering team. In this role, you will be architecting, building and implementing our technology strategy. You will support the technical vision and execution of the company, collaborating closely with a high-performing engineering team to bring forth innovative and dependable technology solutions. Your role is pivotal in constructing and scaling the tech infrastructure vital to attaining our business objectives, ensuring that Bastion's infrastructure remains reliable, secure, and performant.

Ideal candidates for this role value team culture and the dynamism of face-to-face collaboration. Preferably based in New York or San Francisco and interested in a hybrid or in-office working model to foster strong team bonds and drive collective success.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and execute on our technology roadmap, transitioning from early-stage prototypes to scalable and resilient full-scale production backend services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with best practices and the company's overarching strategy.
  • Integrate with web3 technologies and protocols, emphasizing secure connections, data flow, and adaptability to the evolving needs of the business and market trends.
  • Deliver technology solutions that consistently meet or exceed customer expectations, driving the company's growth and success.
  • Continuously stay updated with the latest trends in backend and web3 development, ensuring Bastion remains at the forefront of technological advancements.
  • Establish a scalable tech architecture that not only supports current business needs but also adapts to future market dynamics and customer demands.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional engineering experience, startup experience a plus.
  • Expertise and strong coding abilities in core backend technologies, including but not limited to relevant languages (Go/Rust), databases, and cloud platforms. Familiarity with Go and Rust is a bonus, but not mandatory.
  • Significant open-source contributions, reflecting your dedication to quality software and impactful work.
  • Mastery in designing resilient systems and APIs from scratch, emphasizing robust architecture and scalability.
  • Optional but encouraged: Demonstrated achievements in competitive realms such as programming contests (e.g., ACM-ICPC, topcoder) or Capture-the-Flag events (e.g., CSAW, DEFCON).

What We Look For

  • Ownership and Proactivity: Demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability, combined with a forward-thinking approach and an unwavering motivation to excel in their designated role.
  • Customer-Centric Mindset: Proven track record of placing customers at the heart of all decisions, striving beyond satisfaction to truly impress and exceed expectations.
  • Detail-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring consistency and precision in every task.
  • Team Player with a Competitive Edge: Strong collaboration skills, understanding that success is achieved collectively.
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset: Never settle for the status quo. Always looking for growth opportunities and new challenges, with a vision of powering the future of web3. Recognizes that the journey to excellence is ongoing and embraces the challenge.
  • Empathetic Insight: Demonstrated ability to understand and share the feelings of others, fostering genuine connecti

Skills

Backend Development
Stablecoin Issuance
Web3 Technologies
API Integration
Secure Custody
Cross-border Transfers
Scalability
Resilience
Production Backend Services
Technology Roadmap
Data Flow
Market Trends

Bastion

Web3 platform for digital interactions

About Bastion

Bastion provides a platform that helps businesses integrate web3 technology into their existing systems. This platform includes features like custodial wallets for managing digital assets, smart transaction routing to optimize transactions, and data analytics to gain insights from customer interactions. By using Bastion's services, organizations can enhance their digital capabilities without needing to develop complex solutions in-house. What sets Bastion apart from its competitors is its focus on compliance and its white-label approach, allowing businesses of all sizes to customize the platform to fit their needs. The goal of Bastion is to empower organizations to fully leverage digital interactions, both online and offline, in a rapidly changing digital environment.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2023Year Founded
$24.3MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Crypto & Web3Industries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Intensifying competition from web3 infrastructure providers threatens Bastion's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny on digital asset management may increase Bastion's compliance costs.
Rapid technological changes in blockchain require continuous innovation from Bastion.

Differentiation

Bastion offers a compliant, white-label platform for seamless web3 integration.
The platform includes custodial wallets, smart transaction routing, and data analytics.
Bastion serves diverse clients, from small businesses to large enterprises.

Upsides

Growing interest in white-label blockchain solutions boosts Bastion's market potential.
Rising demand for custodial wallets enhances Bastion's service appeal.
Enterprises increasingly adopt web3 technologies, benefiting Bastion's platform.

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