Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Institutional Products)
CoinbaseSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Digital Assets, Cryptocurrency, FintechIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess at least 6 years of proven back-end and server-side development experience, along with strong algorithm design and problem-solving skills. They require experience with TypeScript, Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, as well as experience with RESTful API design, microservices, and service-oriented architectures. Furthermore, they must have experience with unit and functional testing, Git/GitHub, and CI tools, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field from a top university.
Responsibilities
The Senior Software Engineer will design and build scalable, well-abstracted, and robust APIs, libraries, and services to empower BitGo’s API-first platform, owning functionality and scalability features from inception to deployment and customer integration. They will expose and document functionality to UI, third-party developers, and internal/external tooling, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. The role involves writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ensuring application performance, quality, and responsiveness, identifying and correcting bottlenecks and bugs, continuously evaluating and implementing new technologies, and participating in code reviews and mentoring peers. They will also work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to refine product requirements and provide mentorship to the broader engineering team.
Skills
API design
API development
Scalable architecture
Libraries and services
Code review
Performance optimization
Bug fixing
Technology evaluation
Cross-functional collaboration
Documentation
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