[Remote] Backend Software Engineer - Custody at Kraken

United States

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$110,000 – $176,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Cryptocurrency, Financial Services, BiotechnologyIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RustCryptographyDigital AssetsBlockchain TechnologySecurity

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, Kraken is a fully remote company with team members in 70+ countries.

What skills are required for this Backend Software Engineer role?

Required skills include 5-10 years of backend development experience, proficiency in Rust, C++, or Go, experience with blockchain daemons like Bitcoind or Litecoind, strong cryptographic knowledge, and expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, GNU/Linux, asynchronous programming, distributed systems, Kafka, authentication, authorization, security compliance, and scalable design principles.

What is the team like for this Custody position?

You'll join the Custody team, collaborating with highly skilled Rust Engineers, cryptographers, hardware aficionados, and on-chain experts from around the world in a collaborative environment focused on high-security custody and efficiency.

What is the salary for this Backend Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate has 5-10 years of backend experience, proficiency in Rust, C++, or Go, blockchain daemon experience, deep cryptographic knowledge, and hands-on skills in distributed systems, Docker, Kubernetes, async programming, Kafka, and security practices; nice-to-haves include senior leadership, embedded systems, and constrained environment algorithms.

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading

About Kraken

Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$108.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries

501-1,000Employees