Engineering Manager - Wallet Core

About the Company:

BitGo is a leading digital asset solutions provider, offering custody, trading, financing, staking, and settlement services. Since its establishment in 2013, BitGo has been dedicated to empowering clients to safely navigate the digital asset sector. With a widespread global presence and multiple Trust companies, BitGo caters to numerous institutions and retail investors worldwide, handling a substantial portion of Bitcoin network transactions. It is the largest independent digital asset custodian and staking provider globally.

Location Requirement:

This role necessitates full-time presence at the San Francisco office to foster collaborative team dynamics and support innovative problem-solving.

Job Summary:

BitGo is seeking an Engineering Manager to join the Wallet Tech organization. The incumbent will play a crucial role in constructing resilient, robust services and undertaking essential projects with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and nurture a team of talented engineers, offering cultural, technical, and practical guidance.
• Cultivate team growth, contribute to establishing a culture of transparent communication, craftsmanship, and accountability.
• Assume direct accountability for the quality and delivery of the team's projects.
• Oversee all technology and services driving BitGo's Web experiences for both retail and institutional clients.
• Act as a positive liaison between engineering teams and various stakeholders including product operations, support, compliance, and business units.
• Take charge of key performance indicators related to internal operations efficiency, client experience enhancement, and service uptime.
• Encourage comprehensive documentation and knowledge dissemination.
• Collaborate effectively with management and product teams to strategize, estimate, and prioritize roadmap objectives aligned with broader organizational goals.

Requirements:

• Prior managerial experience or similar senior-level roles in an engineering department.
• 8+ years of professional software engineering expertise, with at least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing engineers.
• Proficiency in cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
• Strong inclination towards automation to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Excellent debugging skills and an ability to comprehend complex system interdependencies.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and hiring top engineering talent.
• Experience collaborating across teams and functions to achieve overarching departmental objectives.
• Demonstrated agility, decisiveness, and proactive approach.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in NodeJS, TypeScript, Postgres, React, and Kafka.
• Background in microservices and service-oriented architectures.
• Experience working on large-scale, real-time, and distributed applications.
• Knowledge of and exposure to the financial industry.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub, branching methodologies, code review tools, and CI/CD pipelines.

Compensation Benefits:

The base salary for this role typically ranges between $180,000 - $240,000 USD, depending on the level and location. Additionally, the role includes equity, an annual performance bonus, and various benefits like competitive salary, stock options, company-paid health insurance, 401k match, paid vacation, parental leave, commuter benefits, catered meals and snacks, dedicated computer equipment, and a vibrant startup environment.

BitGo is at the forefront of transforming the financial markets through cryptocurrency innovation, offering ambitious individuals the opportunity to be part of this revolutionary change. Join us and contribute to reshaping the world of investing.