Staff Engineer (Full Stack)

About Us

Founded in 2018, The Block is a prominent research, analysis, and news brand positioned as a leader in the digital asset sector. Our global team operates across 5 continents and various time zones to provide comprehensive coverage of the cryptocurrency space continuously. We are dedicated to being a trusted intermediary and authoritative source for individuals investing in, working with, or seeking to understand digital assets. With a deep focus on the convergence of digital assets with traditional finance, technology, governance topics, and markets, we engage a vast audience via our primary website, Research Portal, podcast, and events.

Why Join Our Team

• Influence the narrative of cryptocurrency education, media, and research
• Join a reputable company influencing the market with substantial audience, platform, and reach
• Work remotely in a high-performing team valuing ownership, efficiency, and transparency
• Be part of a dynamic business expanding beyond media into SaaS, certification, and enterprise offerings
• Competitive compensation package including equity and benefits

About the Role

We're seeking a Product Engineer (Full Stack) to contribute to and enhance our web platform, data tools, and user experiences. This position involves collaborating across the entire technology stack, shaping features, enhancing performance, and tackling intricate challenges at the crossroads of content, analytics, and cryptocurrency data. Utilization of modern AI tools like Claude, Codex, and Cursor is encouraged to facilitate development acceleration and decrease boilerplate tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain essential features for both frontend and backend services
• Implement AI tools for streamlined code generation and debugging
• Collaborate with design, editorial, research, and engineering teams to realize product experiences
• Integrate web analytics, performance monitoring, and logging for optimization purposes
• Manage systems related to membership, payments, and content access controls
• Contribute to defining architectural direction, frontend, and backend best practices
• Engage in sprint planning, code reviews, pair programming sessions, and CI/CD enhancements

Requirements

• 6–8 years of full-stack engineering experience with proficiency in both frontend and backend development
• Expertise in frontend technologies like Vue, Nuxt, Vuex, TailwindCSS, and responsive design
• Strong backend skills using technologies such as Node.js, Laravel, Postgres, GraphQL, and Redis/memcached
• Proficient in Git/GitHub workflows and remote collaborative coding
• Familiarity with Unix command line, DevOps tools like Docker and Vagrant
• Understanding of web analytics, performance tools, and modern payment systems
• Nice-to-have: knowledge of crypto, experience with BI tools, enthusiasm for finance and crypto culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on location
• Remote work flexibility with office stipend
• Paid time off in accordance with local policies
• Health and wellness benefits varying by location
• Flexible PTO

Working Hours & Locations

This role is open to candidates in Europe with a need for collaboration across different time zones.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Block is an equal opportunity employer fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We value a supportive environment for all employees, without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or other factors.

Eligible candidates must have the legal right to work in the country of residence or job location without the need for sponsorship. In adherence to pay transparency regulations, the salary for this role is disclosed with considerations for skills, experience, and location.

AI tools may be used in the hiring process to assist in application review and analysis but do not substitute human judgment. Input on data processing is available upon request.