Senior Backend Engineer

CoinTracker enables consumers and businesses to track cryptocurrency portfolio, investment performance, and tax compliance seamlessly.
United StatesCanada
$210,000 - $240,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
8+ years of experience
Finance · Blockchain

Description For Senior Backend Engineer

CoinTracker is a leading cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and tax compliance platform that has raised over $100M in venture capital from prestigious investors. The platform currently tracks over $80B in cryptocurrency (approximately 5% of the entire crypto market) and has generated over 1M tax forms. As a Staff Backend Engineer, you'll join a distributed team tackling complex technical challenges in the cryptocurrency space. You'll play a crucial role in shaping backend architecture, scaling systems, and driving high-impact engineering initiatives. The role involves working with technologies like Python, Flask, GraphQL, and various databases while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects like scaling data ingestion platforms, building smart trade insights systems, and implementing country-specific tax regulations. The company offers competitive compensation including equity and comprehensive benefits, fostering a culture of trust and impact-driven development. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about cryptocurrency and financial technology to make a significant impact in a high-growth startup environment.

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Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Architect and scale backend systems to support millions of users and transactions
  • Lead and drive critical technical projects, ensuring long-term scalability, performance, and reliability
  • Design and optimize complex data processing pipelines, distributed systems, and APIs
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Design, and other teams
  • Mentor and guide engineers, fostering technical excellence
  • Continuously improve system performance, observability, and maintainability

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

Python
TypeScript
React
PostgreSQL
Redis
  • 8+ years of backend engineering experience
  • Strong CS fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, system design, and performance optimization
  • Deep knowledge of backend technologies, including databases, orchestrators, messaging systems, data pipelines
  • Track record of technical leadership, leading complex projects, mentoring engineers
  • Experience with large-scale data ingestion and processing systems
  • Drawn to an early-stage, high-growth startup environment

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • PTO
  • Equity

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