[Remote] Lead Software Engineer at Kraken

United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Energy, Biotechnology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have experience at the Senior Software Engineer level or above, with a strong interest in technology and problem-solving. Expertise is required in Python and Django (or equivalent web framework) for full-stack development, domain modeling, and absorbing complex industry information. Proficiency in HTTP and REST APIs, writing robust and fault-tolerant software, Celery and async processing, Postgres, and previous experience as a technical leader in a team are also essential.

Responsibilities

The Lead Software Engineer will lead a team of five to seven engineers on the UK settlement team, focusing on the electricity and gas industry in the UK market, including the MHHS project. Responsibilities include technical leadership, management of the engineering team, and contributing to the development of Kraken's AI-driven platform for energy management. The role involves supporting UK-based clients and the UK market, bringing revolutionary customer experience and operational excellence to other sectors.

Skills

Software Engineering

Team Leadership

Customer Information Systems (CIS)

Billing

Meter Data Management

CRM

Server-side Engineering

Client-side Engineering

Mobile Engineering

Design

Kanban

Notion

Asana

Github

CircleCI

Terraform Enterprise

Datadog

Sentry

Cloudwatch

UK Settlement

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

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity plan

401k contribution plan

Vacation & Generous PTO

Paid Tranings

Risks

Increased competition from Binance and Coinbase could impact Kraken's market share.

Regulatory scrutiny in the EU may raise Kraken's compliance costs.

The volatility of cryptocurrency prices can affect Kraken's revenue from transaction fees.

Differentiation

Kraken offers both spot and futures trading for over 40 digital assets.

The platform provides advanced charting tools for professional traders and technical analysts.

Kraken's 24/7 global support ensures assistance for users at any time.

Upsides

Kraken's acquisition of Staked enhances its staking services for consumers and institutions.

Sponsorship deals with major soccer clubs boost Kraken's visibility and brand recognition.

The rise of crypto derivatives attracts advanced traders to Kraken's sophisticated tools.

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