Senior Backend Engineer - Activate
India
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
Role
Backend Engineer
Description
BitGo is a leading provider of digital asset solutions, serving a wide range of clients globally. They offer custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, and settlement services. The company operates as a trusted entity in the digital asset space, with a strong focus on security and innovation.
They are currently seeking a skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic Engineering team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing new features and applications for enterprise clients.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, construct, and maintain robust APIs, libraries, and services for BitGo's settlement product.
- Manage BitGo's technical architecture to ensure efficiency and scalability.
- Take ownership of feature development and scalability from inception through deployment and integration with clients.
- Document and communicate functionalities to various stakeholders, including UI teams and third-party developers.
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements and quality standards.
- Mentor other team members by providing code reviews and sharing best practices.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of backend software development experience.
- Proficiency in algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.
- Strong knowledge of server-side languages like TypeScript/Node.JS and experience with SQL databases.
- Expertise in RESTful API design, unit testing, and debugging.
- Familiarity with microservices and service-oriented architectures.
- Experience with version control, code review tools, CI/CD pipelines, and project management tools.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and participate in on-call support when needed.
- Strong communication skills in English and a relevant technical degree from a reputable institution.
- Willingness to collaborate with stakeholders across different global locations.
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and TypeScript.
- Background in Financial Services or Financial Technology.
- Knowledge of asynchronous programming and functional programming paradigms.
- Experience with financial accounting systems and digital asset technologies.
- Proficiency in full-stack development and React.
- Exposure to large-scale distributed applications and real-time systems.
- Previous engagement with clients and business partners in a technical capacity.
- Interest and understanding of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
Benefits of Joining BitGo:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Wellness and fitness allowances, medical insurance, and meal support.
- Collaboration with a talented workforce dedicated to transforming the financial industry.
This role requires onsite work at the Bangalore office from Monday to Friday.
Skills Required

BitGo
Website
www.bitgo.comCompany size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
BitGo provides regulated custody, financial services, and core infrastructure for investors and builders alike.