Backend Engineer
About Us:
Our company, Ether.fi, is experiencing rapid growth as an Ethereum liquid staking protocol, allowing stakeholders to maintain control over their assets. With a strong community and over $1B in Total Value Locked (TVL), we are on a path to success in the blockchain space.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer who specializes in both blockchain and backend technologies to join our dedicated team at Ether.fi. The ideal candidate should possess a deep knowledge of backend systems, a knack for creating scalable and dependable solutions, and a genuine enthusiasm for blockchain technology. Any expertise in DevOps and blockchain development will be highly valued. Please note this is an on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, create, and uphold scalable and high-performance backend systems, employing Golang or Python.
- Oversee and optimize relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, to guarantee data integrity, performance, and scalability.
- Collaborate closely with frontend developers to fuse blockchain capabilities and ensure smooth end-to-end system functionality.
- Establish and manage API services, focusing on security, scalability, and performance optimization.
- Implement best practices for code development, including automated testing, code review processes, and thorough documentation.
- Handle various AWS resources, pipelines, and infrastructure components.
- Enhance system reliability and performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving backend issues as they arise.
- Contribute to development and deployment practices through DevOps methodologies like CI/CD, containerization, and infrastructure as code.
- Keep abreast of the latest advancements in blockchain tech, backend development, and DevOps procedures to constantly enhance our platforms.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field.
- Proficient in Golang or Python, backed by a minimum of 3 years of backend development experience.
- Extensive expertise in relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, encompassing design, optimization, and management.
- Familiarity with blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized applications (DApps) is a distinct advantage.
- Previous exposure to DevOps practices including CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), AWS, and infrastructure as code is beneficial.
- Strong grasp of RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering efficient and scalable solutions.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with excellent communication skills for articulating technical ideas clearly.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity packages.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology alongside a talented team.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Supportive and inclusive work culture.
- Engaging company events and team-building activities.
- Flexibility to receive a portion of your salary in ETH.
Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio showcasing relevant projects (such as GitHub links or deployed DApps). Your cover letter should highlight your experiences with Golang and/or Python.