Phantom

Staff SRE Engineer (Platform)

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Web3, BlockchainIndustries

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - Crypto Wallet

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 (base salary, plus equity and benefits)

Position Overview

Our crypto wallet, used by millions to access applications and financial services on the Solana blockchain and beyond, is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE). In this role, you will own and scale our Kubernetes infrastructure, manage mission-critical systems, and optimize performance to support our cutting-edge Web3 crypto wallet. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of our infrastructure.

Location Requirements: This role is fully remote. Candidates must be based in the US or EU time zones. We are unable to support employees from Russia, Pakistan, Ukraine, Asia, Oceania, and Africa.

Responsibilities

  • Kubernetes Ownership: Manage and scale Kubernetes clusters on AWS EKS, ensuring reliability, performance, and security.
  • Infrastructure Automation: Implement and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/Pulumi) to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize system performance, scalability, and resource utilization.
  • Blockchain Infrastructure: Configure and maintain crypto nodes across multiple blockchains to support our wallet’s operations.
  • Database Scaling: Optimize and scale database infrastructure to handle terabytes of blockchain data efficiently.
  • System Reliability: Continuously improve system uptime, monitoring, and observability using tools like Datadog and OpenTelemetry.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with backend and product teams to support feature development and system scaling.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in a SRE or Software Engineer role.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS) in production environments.
  • Proficiency with AWS infrastructure and services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM).
  • Solid experience with Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform or Pulumi.
  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog or OpenTelemetry.

Why Work With Us

Opportunity: Join a team of experienced builders with significant traction in a rapidly growing market. Our users are highly engaged, and we've acquired millions of users in just over two years, with continued growth. We are the leading wallet on Solana and have expanded to other chains, including Ethereum. This is an exciting time to work in crypto, particularly on wallets, which are crucial for onboarding new users and shaping the user experience. The move towards a multi-chain world presents opportunities for improved wallets and bridges for new blockchains and scaling solutions. The explosion of DeFi and NFTs also means these areas are becoming increasingly important considerations for wallet development.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Comprehensive insurance (medical/dental/vision) — 100% covered
  • Stipend for your ideal remote / WFH set-up (laptop, headphones, work gear)
  • Flexible hours and a supportive remote environment
  • Unlimited vacation (take time when you need it)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Wellness benefit
  • Daily lunch benefit

Company Culture & Diversity

We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We believe our work is strengthened by diverse perspectives and are committed to further diversifying our company. If you have a background that you feel would make an impact, please consider applying. We are dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive environment where you can do the best work of your career.

Skills

Kubernetes
AWS EKS
Infrastructure-as-Code
Terraform
Pulumi
Datadog
OpenTelemetry
Docker
EC2
S3
RDS
IAM
System Reliability
Performance Optimization
Blockchain Infrastructure
Database Scaling

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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