sFOX

Lead API Engineer

United States

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

Requirements

Candidates should have 5 years of experience as a software engineer, with at least 3 years focused on backend/API services. Experience deploying and architecting backend applications using Node.js for single page applications, mobile applications, or public API consumption is required. Familiarity with Typescript or Javascript, typed languages, relational databases (MySQL, Postgresql, MSSQL), and writing automated test suites is necessary. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience, is also required.

Responsibilities

The Lead API Engineer will contribute to the technical direction of the sFOX API, build performant API endpoints, and maintain backward compatibility with existing clients. They will provide quality feedback during code reviews, develop and execute roadmaps by making tradeoffs, and mentor other developers through pair programming, code reviews, and 1:1s.

Skills

API development
Node.js
Ruby/Rails
Python/Django
PHP/Laravel
Backend development
Code review
Mentoring
Pair programming
Technical direction
Roadmap development
Trade execution
Smart order routing

sFOX

Cryptocurrency trading platform with deep liquidity

About sFOX

SFOX offers a cryptocurrency trading platform that serves individual traders, hedge funds, financial advisors, and large financial institutions. Clients can access multiple cryptocurrency markets through a single account, benefiting from deep liquidity and competitive pricing by aggregating liquidity from various sources. The platform is secure and compliant, featuring patented wallet technology trusted by major institutions, and it generates revenue through transaction fees. SFOX also provides advanced trading algorithms and an API for customized trading solutions, aiming to be a leader in the cryptocurrency trading market.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$22.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
51-200Employees

Risks

IRS scrutiny on crypto transactions poses compliance challenges for SFOX.
Competitive pressure on 'sFOX Connect' may impact market share.
Regulatory changes could affect SFOX's operational environment.

Differentiation

SFOX offers deep liquidity through a global integrated order book.
The platform provides advanced trading algorithms and API for customized solutions.
SFOX ensures secure trading with patented and insured wallet technology.

Upsides

Growing demand for secure trading benefits SFOX's compliant platform.
'sFOX Connect' aligns with the trend of integrating crypto into financial services.
Expansion in emerging markets offers new opportunities for SFOX.

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