Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer
Remote xe2x80x93 UK/Europe (UTCxc2xb13)
$US130-160k Base + Great BenefitsOur well-backed and rapidly growing independent research and advisory client is a guiding force in the ever-changing world of Crypto. As experts in MEV and Blockchains, they help organisations bridge the gap between research and commercial products. They are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to help shape the future of their platform, playing a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power tools.Senior Backend Engineer duties:

• Architect & Develop: Design and implement scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Enhance Performance: Optimize databases, caching strategies, and system architecture for efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure Security & Reliability: Implement best practices for security, monitoring, and system health.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Maintain Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, with an emphasis on automation and best practices.
• Drive Innovation: Contribute to system design discussions, explore new technologies, and influence architectural decisions.
• Troubleshoot & Resolve Issues: Proactively identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and infrastructure issues.
• Support & Mentor: Share knowledge, provide guidance, and help develop junior engineers on the team.

Senior Backend Engineer Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in a similar backend engineering role, building and maintaining complex software systems.
• Proficiency in TypeScript and Rust, with strong knowledge of event-driven microservices, domain-driven design, and scalable system patterns.
• Ability to design and deploy distributed systems, translating product requirements into efficient, maintainable solutions.
• Experience optimizing backend infrastructure for scalability, security, and high availability.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Terraform, ArgoCD), and deployment best practices.
• Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for blockchain, decentralized technology, and driving Web3 innovation.
• Experience in a startup or fast-growing tech company.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages.
• Familiarity with Web3 wallets and indexing technologies.

Senior Backend Engineer rewards:

• A base salary of circa 130-160k $US
• Equity
• Generous PTO
• Hybrid/remote working
• Flexible hours
• Regular team socials
• Great Tech

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