Senior Data Engineer - Internal Tools at BitGo

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Digital Asset, Financial TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess an engineering degree in Computer Science or equivalent, with over 6 years of combined Software and Data Engineering experience. Required skills include strong proficiency in server-side languages like TypeScript, Node.JS, or Python, extensive experience with SQL databases such as Postgres or MySQL, and a deep understanding of RESTful API design. Experience in building data pipelines/ETL, data warehouse technologies (Snowflake, BigQuery, Spark, Presto, Druid), systems design, event-driven systems (Kafka), unit and functional testing, debugging, microservices, service-oriented architectures, and Git/GitHub are essential. The ideal candidate is a self-starter capable of quick adaptation and decisive action, with experience in code review tools, CI tools, JIRA, and Confluence.

Responsibilities

The Senior Data Engineer will design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines for collecting, transforming, and curating data from internal systems, while also integrating external data sources to enrich the data platform. Responsibilities include developing applications for customer-facing products and internal systems, enhancing BitGo’s blockchain reporting infrastructure and automated reconciliation systems, and ensuring high data quality and auditability across all pipelines. The role involves optimizing data systems for near real-time processing and insights, developing and customizing self-service tools to empower data consumers, and researching, evaluating, and prototyping new technologies for continuous improvement in data engineering.

Skills

Data Engineering
Data Infrastructure
Software Engineering
Data Modeling
Data Transformation
Financial Reporting
Problem-Solving
Collaboration

BitGo

Custodial services for digital assets

About BitGo

BitGo provides secure and efficient solutions for institutional clients in the digital currency market, focusing on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The company offers custodial services to securely store digital assets, multi-signature wallets that require multiple approvals for transactions, and APIs that allow clients to integrate these services into their platforms. BitGo also provides staking services, enabling clients to earn rewards by validating transactions on blockchain networks. Unlike many competitors, BitGo emphasizes compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the FATF Travel Rule, ensuring that clients can navigate the complexities of the digital currency market safely. The goal of BitGo is to support institutional investors by offering reliable and compliant services that enhance the security and management of digital assets.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$165.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
Catered lunches, fresh snacks, and gourmet coffee
Commuting made easy with company-paid Caltrain passes
Competitive compensation, stock options, and 401k plan
Computer equipment and workplace furniture
Flexible vacation time

Risks

Increased competition from firms like E-Trade could challenge BitGo's market share.
Retail platform launch may dilute BitGo's institutional-focused brand.
Expansion into retail services could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

BitGo offers multi-signature wallets enhancing security for institutional clients.
The company provides APIs for seamless integration into client platforms.
BitGo's strategic acquisitions have expanded its platform and service offerings.

Upsides

BitGo's retail platform taps into a new customer segment, increasing revenue potential.
Expansion into Singapore positions BitGo to capitalize on APAC market growth.
Partnerships with firms like Core Foundation highlight BitGo's diverse sector involvement.

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