Senior Backend Engineer at Lightspark

Los Angeles, California, United States

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$200,000 – $230,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Blockchain, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3 years as a Backend Engineer or related occupation (alternatively, 7 years of experience, or any suitable combination of education, training, or experience)
3 years of experience in infrastructure or back-end engineering
3 years of experience utilizing one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, or C/C++
3 years of experience developing software solutions for Blockchain technologies
3 years of experience developing software applications for the Bitcoin Blockchain
3 years of experience writing high quality and well tested code
3 years of experience in complex systems design and implementation
3 years of experience communicating and collaborating across technical and other cross functional teams
3 years of experience using data to influence decisions
3 years of experience using off-the-shelf coding and deployment solutions (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS)

Responsibilities

Build software enterprise-ready infrastructure for an open payment protocol for the Internet
Build new software financial systems, services, and processes accessible to everyone
Design, build, scale, and maintain production services
Build a deep understanding of the business and collaborate with the community to make core protocol and implementation improvements
Create a rich services layer to serve the next set of users and use cases bringing Lightning to mass adoption
Build software frameworks to collect and deeply analyze internal data for the purposes of solution improvement
Extend Lightning via advanced functionality that solves the next wave of complex problems and introduces the company to broader audiences

Skills

Python

Java

C/C++

Backend Engineering

Infrastructure

Blockchain

Bitcoin Blockchain

Lightning Network

Complex Systems Design

High Quality Code

Lightspark

Facilitates Bitcoin transactions via API and SDKs

About Lightspark

Lightspark focuses on facilitating Bitcoin transactions for businesses by providing an API and Software Development Kits (SDKs) that integrate with the Lightning Network. This technology allows for faster and cheaper cross-border payments by identifying efficient routes for transactions. Unlike competitors, Lightspark's service-based model enables businesses to leverage Bitcoin without needing deep technical expertise. The goal is to streamline payment processes, making them more efficient and cost-effective.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$1.3MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries

51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies like Strike and OpenNode.

Regulatory scrutiny in the US and EU could impact cryptocurrency transactions.

Technological vulnerabilities in the Lightning Network may affect Lightspark's reputation.

Differentiation

Lightspark offers a robust API and SDKs for Bitcoin integration on the Lightning Network.

The company provides a dashboard for tracking and managing Bitcoin transactions efficiently.

Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) enhances global payment solutions for businesses.

Upsides

Partnerships with Bitso and Foxbit expand Lightspark's reach in Latin America.

Introduction of Spark and UMA boosts Lightspark's product offerings and market appeal.

Strategic expansion into Africa with Yellow Card highlights growth in emerging markets.

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