Site Reliability Engineer, Blockchain Infrastructure

Company Overview:

At Galaxy, we are dedicated to developing products and services that facilitate global investment in economic advancement through crypto and blockchain technologies. With a firm belief in the transformative potential of these innovations, we strive to create a future where value and ownership are as fluid as information itself. Galaxy operates as a prominent digital asset and blockchain player, offering tailored platform solutions suited for a digital-native ecosystem through three key business segments: Global Markets, Asset Management, and Digital Infrastructure Solutions. Our comprehensive offerings encompass trading, lending, advisory services, investment solutions, mining and hosting services, network validation, and custodial technology development. Led by our CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team combines crypto enthusiasts with seasoned industry professionals, centrally focused on shaping the future of finance and Web3. Headquartered in New York City, Galaxy operates globally across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Company Values:

We are a diverse team of forward-thinkers and high-achievers united by a mission to revitalize the global economy for investors and innovators. We seek individuals who excel in a culture of innovation, value performance, embrace transparent feedback, and prioritize mission-centric work. Our values embodied in seeking excellence, selective efficiency, aligned collaboration, transparent objection, empowered decision-making, and team building, drive our culture and contribute to our collective success.

Role Overview:

As an SRE/DevOps Engineer specializing in Web3/Blockchain at Galaxy, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the reliability, scalability, and security of our blockchain infrastructure. Working closely with teams managing proof-of-stake validators, Bitcoin mining operations, and digital asset custody solutions, you will contribute by enhancing and supporting our cutting-edge technology stack. Your proficiency in cloud infrastructure, monitoring tools, and observability practices will be instrumental in advancing our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and uphold scalable, secure infrastructure for proof-of-stake validators, Bitcoin mining, and custody solutions
• Collaborate with diverse teams to identify and implement enhancements in infrastructure, monitoring capabilities, and incident response procedures
• Deploy monitoring and observability tools to ensure the health, performance, and resilience of our blockchain infrastructure
• Develop and maintain automation solutions to streamline deployment, scalability, and recovery processes
• Support the Bitcoin mining team in deploying and managing cloud components, VMWare, and other virtualization technologies
• Implement and uphold security best practices across infrastructural aspects including access controls, encryption, and network security
• Engage in on-call duties to ensure continuous service reliability and uptime
• Stay informed on emerging trends and advancements in the Web3/blockchain domain through ongoing research

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in SRE/DevOps, specializing in Web3/blockchain technologies
• Previous experience in managing Ethereum or Solana infrastructure is essential
• Deep understanding of proof-of-stake consensus mechanisms, with experience in validator management
• Proficient in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization technologies (VMWare, KVM, Docker)
• Skilled in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Chef)
• Strong background in monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog)
• Knowledgeable in security practices such as encryption, access control, and network security
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, effective communication, and team collaboration abilities
• Capable of adapting to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Additional Skills (Preferred):

• Experience with digital asset custody solutions and security practices
• Familiarity with other blockchains (Cosmos, etc.) and layer2 strategies
• Bonus points for exposure to various Web3/blockchain ecosystems

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Flexible paid time off policy
• 3% company contribution to 401(k) retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and protective benefits for employees and families
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Access to virtual coaching and counseling services through Ginger
• Learning opportunities in the Crypto industry
• In-office complimentary daily snacks
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups support network

(Note: Benefit offerings may vary by location)

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Galaxy values diversity and commits to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to factors such as age, race, gender, pregnancy-related conditions, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, disability, military veteran status, genetic information, or other protected categories. We strive to accommodate qualified applicants with disabilities unless there is an undue operational hardship. If you require accommodation during the application process or interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.