Staff Software Engineer - Height Zero
BitGo is a prominent player in digital asset financial services, catering primarily to institutional investors by offering liquidity, custody, and security solutions. Established in 2013, BitGo was a pioneer in multi-signature wallet technology and is renowned for its exclusive focus on serving institutional clients. The company is actively involved in both centralized and decentralized finance, providing top-tier trading, lending, and borrowing services through its prime brokerage offerings. BitGo serves as the custodian for WBTC, the primary global stablecoin for Bitcoin. In 2020, BitGo unveiled BitGo Portfolio and Tax, delivering clients with a comprehensive solution for managing digital assets. The introduction of BitGo Trust Company in 2018 marked the first qualified custodian designed specifically for securing digital assets. BitGo facilitates approximately 20% of all global Bitcoin transactions and supports over 1,000 coins and tokens. The company's services form the security and operational foundation for over 1500 institutional clients across 50 countries, inclusive of a multitude of regulated entities, and prominent cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms. BitGo stands supported by well-known entities like Goldman Sachs, Craft Ventures, Digital Currency Group, DRW, Galaxy Digital Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, and Valor Equity Partners. HeightZero, on the other hand, is a technological platform enabling financial institutions to invest in digital assets on behalf of their clients. It encompasses token management services for foundations and novel digital assets, encompassing functions such as staking, vesting schedules, and various other services.
Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and construct scalable and robust APIs, libraries, and services to seamlessly integrate blockchains and BitGo functionalities into HeightZero products.
- Assume end-to-end responsibility for functionality and scalability features from research and implementation to deployment.
- Develop integration libraries and SDKs for interfacing with servers and APIs.
- Expose and document functionality for UI, third-party developers, and internal/external tooling.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams and product managers to ensure alignment on technical requirements and overall work quality.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to peers within the broader engineering team through code reviews and education on best practices.
Skills & Experience:
We seek team members who embody our organizational values of open communication, transparency, ownership, and a commitment to excellence. Applicants should align with our vision of enhancing trust in digital assets.
Required:
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in full stack software development.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated discipline and accountability in efforts.
- Strong proficiency in React.js, Node.js, and TypeScript.
- Noteworthy design sensibility concerning UI/UX.
- Proficiency in unit and functional testing, as well as debugging.
- Ability to provide simple and modular abstractions for complex systems.
- Experience with version control, code review tools, CI tools, etc.
- Aptitude for algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.
- Experience with designing and implementing various database types.
Preferred:
- Background in blockchain and/or security industry.
- Interest in cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
- Experience with microservices and service-oriented architectures.
- Familiarity with AWS Amplify, ELB, and EC2.
- Real-world experience building scalable distributed systems.
Why Join BitGo:
To make significant strides in disrupting an industry, individuals must possess vision, innovation, passion, technical aptitude, driven delivery, collaborative spirit, and excellent execution. Join a cohort of dedicated professionals striving for excellence while embodying our core values of ownership, craftsmanship, and transparent communication. We welcome new colleagues who bring fresh perspectives, innovative problem-solving approaches, and a willingness to take calculated risks as we work towards reshaping the global financial landscape.
Benefits of Working at BitGo:
- Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees, partners, and dependents
- Up to 4% 401k company match
- Paid parental leave and vacation days
- Commuter/parking pass facilitation
- Custom lunches, dinners, and snacks
- Tailored computer equipment and workplace furnishings
- Stimulating work environment with supportive colleagues
Pay Transparency Notice:
The remuneration for this role typically falls between $185,000 - $235,000 USD base salary, in addition to equity, an annual performance bonus, and the outlined benefits offerings based on the individual's level and work location.
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