Staff Backend Engineer
OpenSea$190,000 - $345,000/year
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, MarketplaceIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess 3-5 years of relevant development experience, along with proficiency in one or more backend languages such as NodeJS or GoLang, or equivalent experience in another language and a willingness to learn quickly. They should also have experience with distributed architecture, data storage technologies (both relational and NoSQL), and event-based architecture utilizing technologies like Kafka, SNS, or SQS. Furthermore, experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform is required.
Responsibilities
The Software Engineer will work with product owners and stakeholders to define technical solutions, architect and design systems, efficiently break down large designs, guide junior team members, implement and deploy systems, adopt best engineering practices, and foster a growth mindset culture. They will also apply considerations around security, scalability, reliability, and performance, demonstrate ownership of services, provide timely communication, and participate in supporting systems through upgrades and issue resolution.
Skills
GraphQL
GoLang
NodeJS
AWS
Kubernetes
Terraform
CircleCI
Harness
Datadog
API Design
Event Processing
Scalability
Fault Tolerance
Backend Development
System Architecture
StockX
Marketplace for high-demand consumer products
About StockX
StockX operates as an online marketplace for buying and selling high-demand consumer products, with a primary focus on sneakers, streetwear, electronics, collectibles, and luxury items. The platform functions like a stock market, where products have real-time market prices determined by supply and demand, allowing users to see the current value of items and make informed decisions. StockX stands out from competitors by ensuring the authenticity of products through a strict verification process, which builds trust among its users. The company generates revenue by charging transaction fees on sales. Its goal is to provide a transparent and reliable platform for consumers who are interested in limited-edition and hard-to-find items, capitalizing on the growing trend of online shopping.
Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$481.5MTotal Funding
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees