Senior Software Engineer - Backend - Explorer at Blockchain.com

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Blockchain.com Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

  • Highly motivated, self-driven, passionate about cryptocurrencies
  • Ability to find your way around when confronted with a novel problem not many people faced before
  • Take full responsibility for all the projects you work in
  • Real world experience with Blockchains
  • Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms (PoW/PoS), and data structures (blocks, transactions, Merkle trees)
  • Experience parsing blockchain data (e.g., parsing Bitcoin/Ethereum blocks, querying nodes, or using APIs like Etherscan/Blockchair)
  • Strong grasp of REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems design

Responsibilities

  • Build systems to support new blockchains in our explorer
  • Ingest and process blockchain data
  • Integrate with 3rd party software
  • Build scalable API for our Front-end to consume
  • Contribute to existing services

Skills

Backend
APIs
Blockchain
Bitcoin
Ethereum
PoW
PoS
Merkle Trees
Etherscan
Blockchair
Node Querying

Blockchain.com

Cryptocurrency trading and wallet services platform

About Blockchain.com

Blockchain.com offers a platform for buying, storing, and trading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Users can execute trades quickly, often in microseconds, thanks to the platform's advanced matching engine and deep liquidity. The company generates revenue through transaction fees, trading spreads, and premium services, catering to both individual and institutional clients. It allows users to deposit and withdraw various fiat currencies and provides an API for programmatic trading and live market data. Blockchain.com prioritizes security and reliability, ensuring the protection of users' funds and data.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$583.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Meaningful Equity
Crypto Bonus
HealthCare
Paid Family Leave
Get the equipment you need
Unlimited Vacation
Remote-first
Offsites

Risks

Increased competition from zero-knowledge identity projects like Humanity Protocol.
Cross-chain interoperability platforms may reduce Blockchain.com's competitive edge.
Operational risks from integrating Altonomy's systems into Blockchain.com.

Differentiation

Blockchain.com offers a comprehensive suite for buying, storing, and trading digital assets.
The platform integrates with a global banking network for multi-currency transactions.
Blockchain.com provides an institutional-grade API for programmatic trading and live market data.

Upsides

Blockchain.com raised $110 million in a Series E funding round.
Integration with Altonomy enhances Blockchain.com's trading platform capabilities.
Growing interest in privacy-focused blockchain solutions benefits Blockchain.com's offerings.

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