Description:
A well-backed, high-growth DeFi business is building an innovative cross-chain platform.
Seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer in a division lead role, reporting to the Head of Engineering.
Prior Web3 and Blockchain company experience is essential. Great opportunity in rapid scale-up businesses. Fully remote across Europe & UK.
The Tech Stack:
- Utilize a tech stack consisting of Node.js running TypeScript code in Docker containers.
- MongoDB and Redis for data management.
- ethers.js for blockchain communication
- GitHub, Kubernetes, AWS, and CloudFlare for the GitOps CD chain.
The Role:
- Ensure robust, scalable, and secure backend solutions that handle growing user loads and evolving business needs.
- Maintain high coding standards, conduct code reviews, and enforce best code maintainability and readability practices.
- Identify bottlenecks and optimise code and algorithms to enhance system performance.
- Implement monitoring and debugging tools to identify and resolve issues, proactively ensuring high system availability.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive test suites, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests, to ensure the reliability of backend systems.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, assisting in their technical growth.
About You:
- You are a seasoned professional with a strong foundation in TypeScript
- Experience in senior or lead roles within Backend Engineering
- Your expertise extends to document databases and caching, coupled with a deep understanding of software design and architecture
- Proficient in testing frameworks and principles, you excel in problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Passionate about innovation, you can autonomously evaluate and suggest improvements in emerging technologies.
- Web3 & Blockchain Experience is a must - Experience with EVM.