Staff Software Engineer
About the Company:
Circle operates as a financial technology company positioned at the forefront of the emerging internet of money. Their innovation allows for the seamless global transmission of value akin to digital data, delivering convenience and economical transactions. By leveraging their pioneering internet layer, Circle enables novel prospects in the realms of payments, commerce, and markets to elevate worldwide economic prosperity and inclusivity. With integral features such as USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, Circle facilitates businesses, institutions, and developers in seizing the potential presented by this transformative juncture in monetary and technological evolution.
Culture and Values:
Circle champions transparency and consistency across all facets of their operations as they strive for expansion into prominent global regions. Recognizing speed and efficiency as catalysts for achievement, their workforce embodies core values encompassing Multistakeholder orientation, Mindfulness, Pursuit of Excellence, and High Integrity. Within a dynamic remote environment, employees collaboratively evolve, acknowledging collective strength as a driver of team accomplishments. Embracing diversity and flexibility, Circle nurtures an innovative workspace encouraging initiative and fostering a sense of ownership among all members of the organization.
Core Values:
- Multistakeholder: Display commitment to customers, shareholders, employees, and communities.
- Mindful: Prioritize respect, active listening, and attention to detail.
- Driven by Excellence: Pursue the mission and customer success with unwavering dedication.
- High Integrity: Uphold high moral and ethical standards with transparent communication.
Responsibilities:
As a Staff Software Engineer at Circle, your role involves expanding and enhancing the company’s blockchain infrastructure to enable global tokenization. This encompasses analyzing and improving existing systems, constructing and managing scalable microservices for secure API transfers within blockchain and traditional banking networks, and collaborating with Product and Engineering teams in feature design and testing. Your responsibilities also include troubleshooting malfunctions, building developer-friendly APIs for payment integrations, and ensuring seamless connection with financial institutions.
Requirements:
To excel at Circle, you should possess a minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, proficiency in object-oriented languages, and a background in Computer Science or related fields. Technical expertise in API design, payments processing, or blockchains is essential, along with proficiency in system architecture, web3 technologies, API development principles, cloud services, container orchestration, and SQL databases. Commitment to code quality, effective communication, proactive attitude, and the ability to work autonomously are additional attributes to complement your skill set.
Additional Information:
- Base Pay Range: $172,500 to $227,500
- Annual Bonus Target: 15%
- Perks: Equity, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), discretionary vacation policy, paid sick leave, paid holidays
- Circle is an equal opportunity employer emphasizing diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. They participate in the E-verify Program as required by law.
Note: This position is eligible for day-one PERM sponsorship for qualified candidates.