Cointracker

Staff Backend Engineer, Integrations

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Fintech, BlockchainIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 8+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally in data engineering, with a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and system design. They should have deep knowledge of backend technologies such as databases, orchestrators, messaging systems, and data pipelines, along with experience building and owning ETL pipelines and data ingestion flows. Familiarity with large-scale data sets and cost/performance tradeoffs is also required. Experience in crypto or financial systems is a bonus.

Responsibilities

As a Staff Backend Engineer, you will architect and scale backend systems to support millions of users and transactions, lead and drive critical technical projects ensuring long-term scalability and reliability, design and optimize complex data processing pipelines, collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Design teams, mentor and guide engineers, and continuously improve system performance, observability, and maintainability. You will also work on scaling the data ingestion platform, leveraging AI technologies to automate integration workflows, and contributing to the overall engineering process including code reviews, CI/CD, and automated testing.

Skills

Backend architecture
System scaling
Data processing pipelines
Distributed systems
API design
Performance optimization
Reliability engineering
Cross-functional collaboration
Mentoring engineering teams

Cointracker

Cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and tax reporting

About Cointracker

CoinTracker helps individuals and businesses manage their cryptocurrency investments and tax obligations. It offers a portfolio tracking and tax reporting software that allows users to connect their crypto wallets and exchanges, enabling them to monitor their balances, transactions, and investment performance in one place. A key feature is its tax reporting capabilities, which assist users in calculating their cost basis, net fiat invested, and capital gains, simplifying compliance with complex tax regulations. CoinTracker operates on a subscription-based model, providing premium features for a fee while also offering a free tier to attract new users. The goal is to provide essential services for portfolio management and tax compliance in the growing cryptocurrency market.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$98.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave

Risks

IRS's Form 1099-DA may impact users valuing privacy, affecting CoinTracker's user base.
A recent security breach could undermine user trust and raise data privacy concerns.
Coinbase's expansion of its subscription model could increase competition for CoinTracker.

Differentiation

CoinTracker offers seamless crypto portfolio tracking and tax compliance in one platform.
Partnerships with Coinbase and TurboTax enhance CoinTracker's credibility and user reach.
CoinTracker's multichain support includes Arbitrum, Optimism, and Cosmos, broadening its user base.

Upsides

Increased demand for DeFi tax solutions due to IRS's new Form 1099-DA requirements.
Partnership with H&R Block positions CoinTracker in the mainstream tax preparation market.
CoinTracker Connect offers real-time crypto tax advice, enhancing user engagement.

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