Principal Software Engineer, Backend at Alchemy

Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Web3, Blockchain, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of relevant industry experience
BS/BA degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Experience designing, building, scaling, and maintaining core backend software components (experience with API platforms a plus)
Ability to solve complex design, scaling, latency, or performance problems in high-throughput, low-latency systems in production
Production experience with Java, Golang, or C++
Experience in Cloud Native environments, particularly in AWS
Experience with managed Kubernetes layers like AWS EKS a plus
Self-starter attitude and the ability to execute new ideas with autonomy
Know how to find the right balance between perfection and shipping quickly
Curiosity on the leading edge - plays with crypto, the latest in AI, and pushes to unpack black boxes

Responsibilities

Define the vision for the backend infrastructure that supports our developer platform and APIs, and guide the team in executing against that vision
Design, build and maintain highly scalable and reliable infrastructure, APIs, and services
Contribute and lead system design discussions, stand-up meetings, and code reviews
Develop and own best practices for backend infrastructure with a focus on high throughput, high reliability, and low latency
Debug production issues across services and multiple levels of the stack
Collaborate with other engineers, technical leaders, product managers, and designers

Skills

Backend Development

Scalable Infrastructure

APIs

Distributed Systems

System Design

Blockchain

High Throughput Systems

Low Latency Optimization

Production Debugging

Code Review

Alchemy

Developer platform for web3 applications

About Alchemy

Alchemy provides a platform for developers to create and scale web3 applications in the blockchain market. It offers a variety of APIs, SDKs, and tools that simplify the development process for applications such as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and smart contract monitoring. Alchemy's blockchain engine ensures high scalability, reliability, and data accuracy, allowing applications to manage large amounts of data and transactions effectively. A key feature is its multi-chain API, which supports launching, verifying, and trading NFTs, along with real-time notifications for smart contract activities. Unlike many competitors, Alchemy focuses on providing a comprehensive suite of tools tailored for blockchain developers, operating on a subscription-based model for revenue. The company's goal is to empower developers by providing the necessary resources to build efficient and effective web3 applications.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$530.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Crypto & Web3Industries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health and dental insurance

Generous PTO

401k Contributions

Risks

Increased competition from Avara's Lens blockchain could attract developers away from Alchemy.

Emergence of modular smart accounts may shift developer preferences to more flexible solutions.

0G Labs' substantial funding could divert attention from traditional platforms like Alchemy.

Differentiation

Alchemy offers a revolutionary blockchain engine ensuring infinite scalability and 100% data accuracy.

The multi-chain API allows developers to manage NFTs, a growing digital asset trend.

Alchemy provides real-time notifications and smart contract tracking for enhanced user insights.

Upsides

Alchemy's acquisition of Bware Labs expands its European market presence and workforce by 25%.

Partnership with HackIndia positions Alchemy as a key player in India's tech ecosystem.

Alchemy Ventures' investment in modular smart accounts enhances its innovative blockchain solutions.

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