Phantom

Staff Frontend Engineer (Onboarding)

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: (Not specified in the provided text)

Phantom is revolutionizing the way millions of people interact with the crypto ecosystem. Our self-custodial wallet offers a seamless, unified experience for managing accounts and tokens across Solana, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Polygon, empowering users with a single, convenient solution. By integrating cutting-edge security features and launching innovative tools for an enhanced personalized user experience, Phantom is able to provide a next-generation, safe and easy to use self-custodial wallet for everyone. This strategy has allowed Phantom to achieve significant milestones including surpassing 7 million MAU’s, reaching #1 in the Google play store finance category, and consistently trending as a Top 50 app across all categories, right next to X, PayPal, Coinbase, and ChatGPT.

Responsibilities

  • Feature Development: Primarily owning features on the Phantom Extension, with opportunities to contribute to the mobile application (React Native).
  • Cross-Platform Contributions: Working on code within a mono-repo that is designed for cross-platform compatibility.
  • New Initiatives & Products: Leading initiatives to add support for other blockchains to Phantom and launching new complementary products or infrastructure.
  • User Interaction: Interfacing directly with end-users and developers building on Phantom, providing support and gathering feedback.
  • Team Building: Contributing to a culture of raising the bar with each new hire.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience: 5+ years of full-time software engineering experience.
  • Technical Skills:
    • React / Typescript / styled-components / React-Query
    • Solana web3.js / ethers.js
  • Interest: Demonstrated interest in open and community-driven platforms.

Nice-to-Have

  • 1+ years experience in a blockchain-based project.

Company Information

Phantom is a company focused on revolutionizing the crypto ecosystem with a self-custodial wallet. Key achievements include:

  • 7 million+ Monthly Active Users (MAU’s)
  • #1 in the Google Play Store Finance Category
  • Consistently trending as a Top 50 app across all categories.

Skills

React
Typescript
styled-components
React-Query
Solana
web3.js
ethers.js

Phantom

Multi-chain crypto wallet for digital assets

About Phantom

Phantom.app offers a multi-chain cryptocurrency wallet that allows users to manage various digital assets across different blockchain networks without needing multiple wallets. The wallet is designed for both experienced investors and beginners, featuring a user-friendly interface that simplifies the complexities of cryptocurrency management. Users can store, stake, and earn rewards on their tokens, and benefit from a fast, low-cost token swapping feature for trading digital assets. A key aspect of Phantom.app is its integration with major NFT marketplaces, enabling users to showcase, monitor, and sell their NFT collections easily. Security is emphasized through a self-custodial model, giving users full control over their funds, along with scam detection features and the option to connect a Ledger device for added protection. Phantom.app aims to provide a seamless and secure platform for cryptocurrency management, catering to the needs of a diverse clientele.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$115.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity.
Comprehensive insurance (medical/dental/vision) — 100% covered.
Stipend for your ideal remote / WFH set-up: laptop, headphones, and any other work gear you may need.
Flexible hours and a long-standing, supportive remote environment.
Monthly co-working space and mobile phone expense.
Unlimited vacation: Take time when you need it (and we really mean it).

Risks

Increased competition from Best Wallet with a superior user interface.
Rapid user growth may strain infrastructure and customer support.
Decision not to launch a token could lead to user dissatisfaction.

Differentiation

Phantom offers a multi-chain wallet supporting Solana, Ethereum, Polygon, and Bitcoin.
The wallet integrates with major NFT marketplaces for easy NFT management and transactions.
Phantom prioritizes security with self-custodial features and scam detection capabilities.

Upsides

Phantom's user base tripled to 3.2 million MAUs by January 2024.
Partnership with Transak enhances seamless digital asset purchases for users.
Integration with dYdX facilitates significant trading volume, boosting platform activity.

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