Backend Software Engineer

Leading infrastructure provider of digital asset solutions, delivering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, and settlement services from regulated cold storage.
$165,000 - $210,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance · Blockchain

Description For Backend Software Engineer

BitGo, established in 2013, stands as the premier infrastructure provider for digital asset solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, and settlement from regulated cold storage. As the operational backbone of the digital economy, BitGo processes a significant portion of Bitcoin network transactions and holds the distinction of being the largest independent digital asset custodian and staking provider globally.

The role demands a senior-level backend engineer with extensive experience in financial technology and distributed systems. You'll be working from the San Francisco office, contributing to critical financial infrastructure that powers digital asset services. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge blockchain technology while building robust, scalable systems that handle significant transaction volumes.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of backend development experience, with strong expertise in TypeScript/Node.js, SQL databases, and microservices architecture. Your role will involve designing and implementing critical APIs and services, mentoring team members, and ensuring the highest standards of system reliability and performance.

BitGo offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $165,000-$210,000, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be joining a team that values ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication, working alongside passionate individuals who are reshaping the financial markets through blockchain technology.

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Responsibilities For Backend Software Engineer

  • Design and build strong, resilient, and robust APIs, libraries, and services to power financial services
  • Own functionality and scalability features from inception to deployment and customer integration
  • Expose and document functionality to the UI, third-party developers, and internal/external tooling
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure consistency in technical requirements
  • Provide mentorship through code reviews and education on best practices

Requirements For Backend Software Engineer

TypeScript
Node.js
PostgreSQL
MySQL
React
  • 5+ years of back-end, server-side software development
  • Experience with functional programming
  • Experience with financial accounting systems
  • Familiarity with digital asset trading, lending, and wallets
  • Strong experience with TypeScript/Node.JS
  • Strong experience with SQL databases
  • Experience with microservices and service-oriented architectures
  • Experience with Git/GitHub and CI tools
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits For Backend Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Competitive base salary, bonus and stock options
  • 100% company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
  • Up to 4% 401k company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation
  • Free custom lunches, dinners and snacks
  • Computer equipment and workplace furniture

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