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Staff Software Engineer - Web3

Certus Sales Recruitment

Greater London

Remote

USD 160,000 - 200,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of scalable backend systems in the dynamic world of blockchain technology. This role involves technical leadership, system architecture design, and cross-functional collaboration to align engineering efforts with business goals. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong proficiency in TypeScript or Rust, and a passion for decentralized technologies. Join a forward-thinking team that values continuous improvement and operational excellence, while enjoying a competitive salary and great benefits.

Benefits

Equity
Generous PTO
Flexible hours
Regular team socials
Great Tech

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in software engineering with a focus on backend systems.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript or Rust and experience with cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable backend systems ensuring security and efficiency.
  • Guide engineering teams and enforce best practices for high-quality standards.

Skills

TypeScript
Rust
Backend Development
System Architecture
Agile Methodologies
CI/CD Pipelines
Leadership
Collaboration
Communication
Blockchain Technologies

Tools

AWS
GCP
Azure
Docker
Kubernetes

Job description

Staff Software Engineer
Remote – UK/Europe (UTC±3)
$US160-200k Base + Great Benefits

Our 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 Staff Software Engineer to help shape the future of their platform, playing a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable systems that power tools.

Staff Software Engineer Duties:
  • System Architecture: Design and develop scalable, high-performance backend systems, ensuring security and efficiency.
  • Technical Leadership: Guide engineering teams, enforce best practices, and conduct code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with product managers, designers, and operations teams to align technical strategies with business goals.
  • Operational Excellence: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements for reliability and security.
  • Strategic Influence: Shape technical direction, assess new technologies, and drive innovation.
  • Continuous Improvement: Promote learning, automation, and process enhancements.
  • Scalability & Performance: Optimize distributed systems for efficiency and seamless growth.
  • Security & Compliance: Implement best practices for secure and resilient infrastructure.
Staff Software Engineer Requirements:
  • Experience: 8+ years in software engineering, leading complex projects.
  • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in TypeScript, Rust, or similar, with strong backend development and optimization skills.
  • System Architecture: Proven ability to design and scale distributed systems with agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Experience guiding teams, influencing strategy, and mentoring engineers.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Web3 Interest: Passion for blockchain and decentralized technologies.
  • Cloud & Infrastructure: Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure, plus Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Industry & Community: Background in fintech, startups, or open-source contributions.
Staff Software Engineer Rewards:
  • A base salary of circa 160-200k $US
  • Equity
  • Generous PTO
  • Hybrid/remote working
  • Flexible hours
  • Regular team socials
  • Great Tech

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!

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