Senior Software Engineer - Backend

April 26, 2023

dYdX

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dYdX is the world's leading decentralized exchange. Backed by a16z, Polychain and Paradigm.

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💰 $65M Series C on 2021-06

Description

• Write low latency financial software that will process billions of dollars a day worth of trading volume, including order book matching engines, trading engines, and REST & Websocket API endpoints • Develop open source blockchain-based code that powers the dYdX protocol • Build high performance REST & WebSocket APIs to power our frontend app as well as programmatic traders • Write open source TypeScript & Python clients that allow users to interact directly with our on-chain smart contracts • Work together with multi-functional teams to develop the best overall product • Architect performant and reliable backend systems • Mentor and develop junior engineers

Requirements

• 5+ years experience working as a full-time developer • You write secure, efficient, high quality code and have a good understanding of CS fundamentals • You have experience with or are open to learning JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, Kafka, Express, WebSockets, Docker • You are a fast learner who can quickly master new technologies • CS Degree or equivalent experience • Preferred location NYC Nice to Have: • You've worked on high quality products in the finance or security space • Interest in fullstack development. Experience building Web Services, SQL, CSS, React, Redux • You have an strong interest in decentralized finance • You have experience building blockchain applications / smart contracts

Benefits

• Competitive salary from 201K to 350K USD depending on experience and location • Possible variable compensation such as annual merit increases, bonus eligibility, commission, or equity incentive • Full medical, dental and vision coverage • Unlimited vacation • 401k plan • Home office set up budget • Endless supply of quality coffee • Join a world-class team with top backers and advisors. • Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art decentralized technology. • Make fundamental decisions that will shape the course of dYdX • Opportunity to build high-quality products in the finance or security space.