Senior Software Engineer - Ethereum and Altcoins

BitGo, a prominent player in digital asset financial services, caters to institutional investors by offering liquidity, custody, and security solutions. Established in 2013, BitGo is recognized for introducing the multi-signature wallet and remains the foremost digital asset company specializing in serving institutional clients. Operating in both centralized and decentralized finance realms, BitGo excels in trading, lending, and borrowing services through its prime brokerage offerings and acts as the custodian for WBTC, a leading global stablecoin associated with Bitcoin. In a strategic move in 2020, BitGo introduced BitGo Portfolio and Tax to provide clients with comprehensive digital asset solutions. Moreover, in 2018, the company launched BitGo Trust Company tailored to serve as a qualified custodian for securing digital assets. Handling approximately 20% of all global Bitcoin transactions and extending support to over 600 coins and tokens, BitGo serves as the security and operational foundation for more than 1500 institutional clients across 50 countries. These clients comprise regulated entities and major cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms. Backed by renowned entities such as Goldman Sachs, Craft Ventures, and others, BitGo stands out as a powerful force in the digital asset landscape.

Role Overview

BitGo is in search of a skilled professional to join as a Senior Software Engineer for the Ethereum and Altcoin team. This role involves contributing to the development of robust and scalable systems aimed at integrating various blockchains, facilitating secure custody, and supporting staking processes for substantial fund volumes. Ideal candidates should possess autonomy, prioritize security, showcase expertise in distributed systems, and have a profound comprehension of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. If you are enthusiastic about exploring the possibilities of blockchain technology, possess experience in building scalable software, and exhibit a penchant for innovation, we invite you to be part of BitGo and contribute towards shaping the future of digital assets.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, well-abstracted APIs, libraries, and services to seamlessly integrate blockchains and staking functions into custody platforms.
• Take charge of functionality and scalability aspects from research through deployment.
• Develop integration libraries and SDKs to interact with server APIs effectively.
• Document and expose functionalities for UI, third-party developers, and internal tooling.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams and product managers to ensure a shared understanding of technical requirements and maintain work quality consistency.
• Provide mentorship to peers within the engineering team through code reviews and the promotion of best practices.

Skills & Experience

BitGo is seeking team players who embody values such as open communication, transparency, ownership, craftsmanship, and hold a commitment to establishing trust in digital assets.

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of backend, server-side software development (2 years for SWE II).
• Proficiency in TypeScript/Node.JS and/or Kotlin.
• Demonstrable skill in unit and functional testing, and debugging.
• Ability to construct simple and extensible abstractions for intricate systems.
• Proficiency in Git/GitHub, branching strategies, code review tools, CI tools, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, applied mathematics, or related technical discipline from a reputable university.
• Understanding and deep interest in cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills, algorithm design expertise, and proficiency in complexity analysis.
• Self-driven individual capable of working independently in a high-paced environment.

Preferred

• Background in either blockchain or security industries.
• Experience with microservices and service-oriented architectures.
• Full-stack capability and familiarity with React and Databases (MongoDB).
• Proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes.
• Prior experience in building scalable distributed systems.

Why Join BitGo?

Joining our team requires a blend of vision, technical expertise, innovation, commitment, collaboration, and execution. A team of talented individuals at BitGo strives for excellence while embracing the values of ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication. We are keen on welcoming new colleagues with innovative thinking capabilities, problem-solving skills, and a readiness to take calculated risks as part of the team reshaping the world’s financial markets.

Select Benefits at BitGo Include:

• Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees, partners, and dependents.
• Up to 4% company match for 401k contributions.
• Paid parental leave, vacation time.
• Commuter/parking pass, close proximity to Caltrain.
• Custom free lunches, dinners, snacks.
• Provision of computer equipment and ergonomic workplace setup.
• Collaborative environment with inspiring colleagues in a startup setting.

Note: Employee benefits might vary based on location.

The domain of cryptocurrencies marks a significant shift in the financial services sector. Join BitGo to become a part of the transformative team shaping the landscape of investing for the future.