Staff Backend Engineer

OpenSea, as the world's pioneer and largest NFT marketplace, is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to lead the development of their next-generation platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable, event-driven systems that will process billions in daily transactions.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in shaping OpenSea 2.0's backend architecture, implementing highly performant blockchain indexing systems, and managing complex order systems at scale. They'll work with modern technologies including Kafka and JVM languages, while mentoring team members and establishing architectural best practices.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of blockchain technology and digital commerce, with the freedom of remote work. The role comes with competitive compensation ranging from $190,000 to $345,000, plus benefits and equity. OpenSea's remote-first culture promotes flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration through regular in-person meetings.

The company values rigorous problem-solving, visionary thinking, and effective communication. They're looking for someone who can not only architect and implement robust solutions but also elevate the entire team's technical capabilities. While blockchain expertise is a plus, OpenSea welcomes candidates who might not check every box but bring enthusiasm and potential to the role.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior technologist to make a significant impact in the NFT space, working with cutting-edge technologies while helping shape the future of digital ownership and commerce.