Front-End Engineer
About Us
BitMEX is a prominent cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform with a history of innovation, exceptionally high-level security, and significant market presence. It offers a professional-grade trading platform catering to cryptocurrency derivatives traders with extensive market options and reliable service.
In its drive for excellence, BitMEX has introduced groundbreaking products to the market, such as the Perpetual Swap, which has become one of the most widely traded cryptocurrency products. The platform places a strong emphasis on transparency by regularly disclosing its on-chain Proof of Reserves and Liabilities.
Overview
The ideal candidate for the Senior React Engineer position at BitMEX is someone with extensive experience in designing and implementing high-performance real-time web applications. Candidates should have a background in React.JS development and an interest in trading platforms or cryptocurrency exchanges. Additionally, a genuine interest in the cryptocurrency industry, significant React experience, and a commitment to professional growth is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the BitMEX Web Frontend and React Native components
- Independently collaborate across teams to deliver end-user products
- Design and implement new platform features, address issues, and optimize performance
- Collaborate with API and Engine teams to integrate new features and enhance user experiences
- Provide mentorship to other engineers, sharing best practices, design principles, and coding knowledge
- Evaluate and propose new development stack components and architectural concepts
- Conduct regular code reviews
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in JS and understanding of its performance characteristics
- Proficiency in NodeJS, React, and Flux architecture
- Knowledge of Jest, Flow, Webpack, Make, and Sass is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to make complex, data-driven products user-friendly
- Capacity to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Up-to-date awareness of UX trends with a curiosity for new UX concepts
- Prior experience in trading derivatives products, preferably in bitcoin derivatives
- Understanding of Bitcoin's value proposition and open to receiving payment in bitcoin
Join our team as we contribute to the growth of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, driving innovation through strategic investments in emerging technologies to shape the future of digital financial services.