Blockstream

Full-Stack Software Engineer

North America

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess 5 years of experience developing full stack applications, including web front ends, HTTP APIs, SQL and DB backends, system programming experience with Rust, 2+ years experience with Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, and experience building and supporting distribution infrastructure such as Docker and Kubernetes. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will design, implement, test, and support full stack applications within a continuous integration and deployment environment, implementing web applications using frameworks like React or Vue.js, APIs in Python and Rust, and databases and data applications using SQL and noSQL technologies. You will also be responsible for writing unit, functional, and integration test automation, and contributing to the development of innovative applications on top of Bitcoin.

Skills

React
Vue.js
Python
Rust
SQL
noSQL
Unit Testing
Functional Testing
Integration Testing
Docker
Kubernetes
JavaScript
TypeScript
Web APIs
System Programming

Blockstream

Blockchain solutions for Bitcoin and digital assets

About Blockstream

Blockstream enhances the infrastructure of the cryptocurrency market, focusing on Bitcoin and digital assets. Their main products include the Liquid Network, which allows for faster and more private transactions; Blockstream Mining, offering mining services and investment opportunities; Core Lightning, which enables quicker and cheaper Bitcoin transactions; and secure wallets like Blockstream Green and Jade for storing Bitcoin and Liquid assets. They also provide global access to Bitcoin data through Blockstream Satellite, which broadcasts the Bitcoin blockchain via satellite. Blockstream serves a wide range of clients, from individual users to institutional investors, and generates revenue through transaction fees, mining services, hardware sales, and partnerships. Their goal is to improve the security, scalability, and functionality of Bitcoin and other digital assets, making them a versatile player in the digital asset ecosystem.

Key Metrics

Montreal, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$604.1MTotal Funding
CONVERTIBLECompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Stock Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus

Risks

Competition from Ledger and Trezor challenges Blockstream's Jade wallet market share.
New CIO Sean Bill may shift asset management strategies, affecting partnerships.
Convertible note financing increases financial risk if market conditions change.

Differentiation

Blockstream Satellite provides Bitcoin access without internet, enhancing global accessibility.
Liquid Network offers faster, confidential transactions, appealing to traders and exchanges.
Core Lightning facilitates cheaper Bitcoin transactions, improving scalability and efficiency.

Upsides

Rising demand for non-custodial wallets boosts Blockstream Green Wallet adoption.
Growing interest in satellite-based solutions aligns with Blockstream Satellite's capabilities.
Bitcoin's hash rate increase benefits Blockstream's mining operations and investment products.

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