Software Engineer - Backend
New York, USA
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
Role
Backend Engineer
Description
Backend Software Engineer
Location: New York, NY - Hybrid
At dYdX, we are offering you the chance to work on cutting-edge decentralized technology that will redefine global financial markets. By joining us at this early stage, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of dYdX.
About dYdX:
- We have developed the world's leading decentralized exchange for crypto assets.
- dYdX was founded by a highly qualified team, including individuals with previous experience at top companies such as Coinbase, Uber, Google, Bloomberg, Amazon, Lyft, NerdWallet, and Facebook.
- We have the backing and guidance of renowned investors and advisors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Polychain Capital, Brian Armstrong, Fred Ehrsam, Naval Ravikant, Elad Gil, and others.
Responsibilities:
- Create low latency financial software that can handle billions of dollars in trading volume per day, including developing order book matching engines, trading engines, and REST & Websocket API endpoints.
- Contribute to the development of open-source blockchain-based code that powers the dYdX protocol.
- Build high-performance REST & WebSocket APIs to support our frontend app and programmatic traders.
- Develop open-source TypeScript & Python clients to enable seamless interaction with our on-chain smart contracts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver the best possible product.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a full-time developer (internship experience from a top tech company is mandatory for new graduates).
- Demonstrated expertise and a depth of technical experience through previous work.
- Strong ability to write secure, efficient, and high-quality code.
- Fast learner with the ability to quickly grasp and master new technologies.
Nice to Have:
- Experience working on high-quality products in the finance or security sectors.
- Familiarity with JavaScript, Node.js, and/or Postgres.
- Prior experience in building blockchain applications or smart contracts.
- Preferred location: NYC.
Salary range: $150K to $230K USD (NY). Compensation may vary based on experience and location. Published salary bands adhere to transparency laws and do not include possible additional compensation such as annual merit increases, eligibility for bonuses, commissions, or equity incentives.
Skills Required
dYdX
Website
dydx.exchangeCompany size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
At dYdX you'll have an opportunity to build state-of-the-art decentralized technology that will redefine global financial markets. By joining us at this early stage you will make fundamental decisions that will shape the course of dYdX. We prefer passionate quick learners with a history of excellence at top companies and/or universities.
About dYdX:
We've built the world's leading decentralized exchange for lending, borrowing and margin trading Ethereum based assets
dYdX is founded by an ex-Coinbase, ex-Uber engineer, with Princeton CS background. Our team has previous experience at Google, Bloomberg, Amazon, Bain, NerdWallet and other top companies
We're a world-class team with top backers and advisors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Polychain Capital, Brian Armstrong, Fred Ehrsam, Naval Ravikant, Elad Gil and more