Staff Backend Engineer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified

Dapper Labs is focused on the intersection of blockchain and gaming. Our flagship projects, including CryptoKitties, Disney Pinnacle, NBA Top Shot, and NFL All Day, are blockchain-based digital collectibles platforms that leverage sophisticated technology. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to pioneering new territories in blockchain and entertainment in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Digital Sports Collectibles team is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to help take their products to the next level.

Requirements

• Experience: 6+ years of backend engineering experience.
• Language Proficiency: Strong experience with Go (Golang) or similar performant backend languages.
• Cloud Native: Proven ability to design and implement scalable, production-grade systems in a cloud-native environment.
• API Architecture: Deep understanding of API architecture and distributed systems.
• Database Technologies: Experience with both SQL and NoSQL database technologies.
• Agile Development: Experience working in Agile, cross-functional teams, delivering iteratively.
• Version Control: Strong advocate for clean code, testing, documentation, and best practices in version control (Git).
• Passion: Passion for blockchain technology, gaming, and redefining digital ownership.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable backend systems for high-performance user experiences.
• Build and maintain robust APIs and backend services with a focus on reliability, security, and developer usability.
• Develop complex server-side logic to integrate blockchain technologies and handle high-throughput data flows and transactions.
• Implement real-time monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify performance bottlenecks.
• Lead backend efforts across the entire development lifecycle – from planning and design to deployment and iteration.
• Collaborate with frontend, mobile, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Oversee database design, management, and optimization across multiple systems.
• Document system architecture, APIs, and processes.
• Ensure secure and efficient handling of user data and interactions.
• Contribute to technical strategy and mentor junior team members.

Application Instructions

• Not specified. (Contact Dapper Labs directly for application details.)

Company Information

• Company: Dapper Labs
• Focus: Blockchain and gaming (CryptoKitties, Disney Pinnacle, NBA Top Shot, NFL All Day)
• Environment: Dynamic, fast-paced, global audience
• Bonus Points: Experience architecting and deploying cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or similar).