Software Engineer

We started small in 2011, with just two laptops and big aspirations. Fast forward to today and we have grown to serve over 4 million clients across the globe, who benefit from our commitment to security, transparency and regulation. Whether it's through our intuitive web and mobile apps or arsenal of industry-leading APIs, Bitstamp is where crypto enters the world of finance.

Our success is a result of the innovative ideas, talented individuals, and passion of our team. Together, we have helped shaped the crypto industry and continue to do so. We are always on the lookout for new talent and crypto-curious thinkers who share our passion for the future of finance.

As a Software Engineer you'll be joining the Crypto Division within Product Engineering Department, a dynamic team that's building the next generation of crypto-services for our customers and partners.

Requirements

• Designing, developing, and maintaining of scalable and high-performance backend systems using languages such as Python or Go.
• Staying up to date with the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space, blockchain technology, and trading strategies to incorporate new features and improvements into the platform.
• Writing clean, well-documented, and maintainable code that follows software engineering best practices.
• Apply software development best practices such as unit testing, code review, test automation and continuous delivery to produce high quality software.
• Preparation of detailed design documents and testing strategies according to requirements.

On day one you'll bring

• Professional knowledge and experience of backend development (Python, optionally GO).
• Solid understanding of blockchain, smart contracts and DeFi ecosystem.
• Solid knowledge and experience with SQL and relational database (MySQL).
• Ability to design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure AWS infrastructure solutions.
• Successful track record of developing quality software products and shipping production ready software.
• Experience with development best-practices (test driven development, code reviews, tech specs).
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach in solving complex programming problems.
• Active knowledge of the English language and good communication skills.

Benefits

• Work from home or other location that allows you to be most productive.
• Generous home-office allowances upon joining to help set up your home space.
• Incentives: Financial Rewards, Bitstamp Employee Annual Awards, Employee Incentive program (EIP) etc.
• Sports and cultural activities, pet-friendly offices, a full fridge, teambuilding events, Bitstamp parties.