Backend Engineer - Japan

Alpaca, a pioneering brokerage infrastructure technology company headquartered in California, is seeking a Backend Engineer for their Japan team. With over $170 million in funding, Alpaca serves hundreds of financial institutions globally through its execution and custody solutions for various financial assets. The company comprises 150+ globally distributed team members across the USA, Canada, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Brazil, the UK, and more.

The role focuses on building a modern ledger system specifically designed for the Japanese market while maintaining global scalability. This system will be crucial in maintaining accurate records of all account transactions and supporting features like NISA, API trading, and global stocks. The position offers the unique opportunity to revolutionize traditional Japanese securities systems with modern architecture.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be instrumental in designing and implementing solutions that directly impact millions of users trading billions in assets. The role demands expertise in Go and Java, along with experience in cloud platforms, particularly GCP. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including IDLs, RPC frameworks, and relational databases.

The position offers full remote work flexibility and the chance to collaborate with a diverse, global team. Alpaca provides comprehensive benefits including competitive compensation with stock options, health benefits, home office setup allowance, and monthly stipends. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who value autonomy, innovation, and the chance to make a significant impact in the fintech sector.