Senior Developer (Rust)
1PasswordSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
$127,000 – $203,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, FintechIndustries
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for this Software Engineer position?
The salary range is $127K - $203K.
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a fully remote position with team members located globally in 70+ countries.
What skills are required for this role?
Candidates need 4+ years of software engineering experience, proficiency in writing network services or asynchronous code in Rust, a security-first mindset, ability to autonomously debug issues across the stack, and strong collaboration skills.
What is the team structure like for this position?
The Pro team handles trading backend services like the matching engine and APIs, is located globally with responsibilities split into sub-teams using various tech stacks, codes in Rust, and works agile.
What makes a strong candidate for this Software Engineer role?
Strong candidates take complete end-to-end ownership of systems, are pragmatic and solution-oriented, proactively adapt to evolving technologies, and demonstrate a receptive mindset for constructive dialogue.
Kraken
Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading
About Kraken
Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$108.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity plan
401k contribution plan
Vacation & Generous PTO
Paid Tranings
Risks
Increased competition from Binance and Coinbase could impact Kraken's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in the EU may raise Kraken's compliance costs.
The volatility of cryptocurrency prices can affect Kraken's revenue from transaction fees.
Differentiation
Kraken offers both spot and futures trading for over 40 digital assets.
The platform provides advanced charting tools for professional traders and technical analysts.
Kraken's 24/7 global support ensures assistance for users at any time.
Upsides
Kraken's acquisition of Staked enhances its staking services for consumers and institutions.
Sponsorship deals with major soccer clubs boost Kraken's visibility and brand recognition.
The rise of crypto derivatives attracts advanced traders to Kraken's sophisticated tools.
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