[Remote] Lead API Engineer at sFOX

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Fintech, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

API developmentNode.jsRuby/RailsPython/DjangoPHP/LaravelBackend developmentCode reviewMentoringPair programmingTechnical directionRoadmap developmentTrade executionSmart order routing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Lead API Engineer role?

Candidates need 5 years as a professional software engineer with at least 3 years focused on Backend/API services, experience deploying backend applications using Node.js (or Ruby/Rails, Python/Django, etc.), expertise in Typescript or Javascript, experience with relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL, and familiarity with automated test suites. A degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience is also required.

What are the key responsibilities of the Lead API Engineer?

Responsibilities include building performant API endpoints, maintaining backward compatibility, providing code review feedback, contributing to the API's technical direction, developing roadmaps with business and technical tradeoffs, and mentoring developers through pair programming, code reviews, and 1:1s.

Is the Lead API Engineer position remote?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary for the Lead API Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lead API Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have the required 5+ years of backend experience, particularly with Node.js and Typescript, plus nice-to-haves like public API deployment, CI/CD pipelines, advanced SQL, websockets, or cryptocurrency trading experience to stand out.

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