Software Engineer, Kraken

Java, Index, CF Benchmarks

$101-153k

SQL
Kubernetes
Python
Java
Redis
Git
Junior and Mid level
Remote in Canada, US

More information about location

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange

Job no longer available

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange

501-1000 employees

FintechB2CCryptocurrencyTradingBlockchain

Job no longer available

$101-153k

SQL
Kubernetes
Python
Java
Redis
Git
Junior and Mid level
Remote in Canada, US

More information about location

501-1000 employees

FintechB2CCryptocurrencyTradingBlockchain

Company mission

To accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.

Role

Who you are

  • You should be diligent with a keen attention to detail and a track record of seeing tasks/projects through to successful conclusion
  • 2+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on backend systems development
  • Java developer with previous experience of working with a range of frameworks
  • Keen mathematics and algorithm knowledge
  • Familiarity with common middlewares such as RPC, protobuf, message queues, Redis
  • Ability to develop iteratively for a high throughput, low latency system
  • Highly capable of writing maintainable, simple, efficient and dependable code
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Effective communicator, with exemplary team and organizational skills

Desirable

  • Experience working in the financial sector
  • On-chain or financial data analytics experience
  • Experience working with financial market data systems
  • Experience working with cryptocurrency or blockchain technology
  • Experience working with Python, SQL, Kubernetes or similar technologies
  • Experience working with modern CI/CD pipelines, Git and Gitlab

What the job involves

  • We are looking for a Java Developer to join the CF Benchmarks Index Team
  • You will be responsible for implementing new crypto indices and for ensuring the smooth running of the CF Benchmarks platform
  • Design and implement distributed services in Java
  • Work closely with the product team to build calculation systems based on requirements and methodologies
  • Broadly contribute in the areas of data analysis, core infrastructure, core backend, business logic implementations and more
  • Support a 24/7 real-time distributed system as part of a wider team
  • Ensure all systems have suitable coverage with metrics and alarms
  • Help provide world class pricing and data services in the Crypto World
  • Be part of one of the fastest growing Crypto Companies in the World

Otta's take

Theo Margolius headshot

Theo Margolius

COO of Otta

Kraken is the world’s largest global bitcoin exchange in euro volume and liquidity. Kraken’s clients also trade USD, CAD, ETH, XRP, LTC and other digital currencies, on a platform consistently rated the best and most secure bitcoin exchange by independent news media.

Kraken was the first bitcoin exchange to have its market data displayed on the Bloomberg Terminal, the first to pass a cryptographically verifiable proof-of-reserves audit, and one of the first exchanges to offer leveraged bitcoin margin trading.

Kraken are one of the top 3 bitcoin exchanges by volume, behind Coinbase and bit-x with an 18% market share. While this is a competitive space to operate in - the volume of crypto being exchanged every day is very high, so there's space for multiple winners.

Kraken have made a number of acquisitions and have strengthened its world-leading position with the launch of new products, features and apps and a 24/7 multi-lingual support line. The company will continue to provide clients with easier and more versatile ways to participate in the crypto ecosystem.

Insights

Many candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

13% female employees

22% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)

Feb 2019

$100m

SERIES C

Mar 2014

$5m

SERIES A

Total funding: $111.5m

Company benefits

  • Work where you want: 90% of Krakenites work remotely, we believe people do their best work wherever they're happiest
  • Flexibility and Autonomy: We are highly results-focused vs. time-focused. We want you to work when and how you need to keep you at your most proactive
  • We value diversity: Our Team is spread across 60 countries. By joining Kraken you'll be part of a truly multicultural organization that values diversity and inclusion
  • A new approach to salary: Kraken prides itself on being at the forefront of crypto innovation, and that means the majority of our workforce has the option to be paid in bitcoin
  • Equity Options: Kraken owes its success and growth to its people. That's why we offer nearly all our Krakenites a stake in the company

Company values

  • Crypto Conviction
  • Assume Best Intent
  • Innovative
  • Collaborative
  • Client Obsessed
  • Productively Paranoid
  • Globally Inclusive
  • Humble

Company HQ

Financial District, San Francisco, CA

Founders

Jesse Powell

(Chairman of the Board)

Previously co-founded Verge Gallery & Studio Project, Lewt and Internet Ventures & Holdings

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