Software Engineer, Xapo

Salary not provided

MongoDB

AWS

Docker

Python

Django

Redis

Node.js

Postgres

MySQL

Flask

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US

Bitcoin banking service and savings account

Open for applications

Bitcoin banking service and savings account

101-200 employees

FintechB2CB2BCryptocurrencyInvestingBlockchain

Open for applications

Salary not provided

MongoDB

AWS

Docker

Python

Django

Redis

Node.js

Postgres

MySQL

Flask

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US

101-200 employees

FintechB2CB2BCryptocurrencyInvestingBlockchain

Company mission

Xapo Bank's mission is to empower its clients with the freedom to transact, earn interest and invest globally while simultaneously embracing the full potential of Bitcoin.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

You have a strong foundation in software engineering and are proficient in at least one programming language (we love Python!)
You're a natural collaborator with excellent communication skills who thrives in a team environment
You have a basic understanding of microservices, cloud-native patterns, and container-based applications
You're familiar with the full software development lifecycle and are keen on CI/CD and automated testing
You are excited by concepts like Event-Driven Architecture and Domain-Driven Design
Most importantly, you have a growth mindset. You're proactive, eager to learn, and excited to solve complex problems at the intersection of traditional finance and Bitcoin
Our Tech Stack: We build with AWS, Docker, Python (Django, Flask), MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, PostgreSQL, Node.js, and more

What the job involves

You won’t just be writing code; you’ll be shaping the future. As a Software Engineer at Xapo, you will design, build, and deploy high-impact backend services that are secure, fault-tolerant, and available to millions. You will take full ownership of the services your team creates, from initial design to production operations, all while being mentored by senior engineers
You could join one of our dynamic, business domains:
WMT - Wealth Management Team: responsible for enabling Xapo members to access responsible investment opportunities and grow their wealth with Xapo investment products
FCP - Financial Crime Prevention: team's purpose is to protect Xapo's bank members and business from financial crime, while providing a premium banking experience. Their responsibilities include:Customer Due Diligence, Transaction Screening, Compliance Services, Fraud Detection
CAR - Customer Acquisition and Retention: team is focused on the entire customer lifecycle, from attracting new members to ensuring that existing, valuable members continue to find value in their Xapo membership
MMM - Member Money Movement: team empowers every Xapo member to interact seamlessly with fiat and crypto in a secure bank environment

Our take

The invention of blockchain technology has given rise to many cryptocurrencies over the last decade, with tokens such as Bitcoin presenting promising investment potential. However, purchasing Bitcoin is usually associated with volatile trading as opposed to savings accounts, showing a gap in the market for long-term traditional investors.

Xapo provides a Bitcoin banking service and savings account, combining traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain technology to offer savings accounts with up to 2% annual interest. Access to the bank requires a membership application with the company focussing on high-volume investors, protecting every account with dedicated account managers and cutting-edge security whilst providing additional benefits such as payment cards and ATM withdrawals.

The company will undeniably face significant competition from cryptocurrency trading giants such as Binance and Coinbase. However, Xapo has taken a smart approach of combining Bitcoin investment with traditional banking, recognising that many people seek a more stable and long-term relationship with crypto. In 2023, it launched a Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) payment feature and integration with the Faster Payments System, exemplifying the digital bank's firm rooting in the European financial market.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

Glassdoor (3.8)

Trustpilot (4)

Company

Funding (2 rounds)

Jul 2014

$20m

SERIES B

Mar 2014

$20m

SERIES A

Total funding: $40m

Company benefits

Shape the Future: Improve lives through cutting-edge technology, work 100% remotely from anywhere in the world
Great work-life balance: Build amazing things with a balance of autonomy and collaborative teamwork. Set your own work schedule and make use of a flexible PTO plan when you need to recharge
Expect Excellence: Collaborate, learn, and grow with a high-performance team. Learn how you learn best - from books to conferences, you’ll get a yearly budget for your individual learning and development goals

Company HQ

Gibraltar

Leadership

Seaumus Rocca

(CEO)

Previously the Group Head of Funding and Liquidity Risk at Standard Chartered Bank, Equity Trading CFO at Macquarie Group and a Finanbce VP for Latin Markets at Credit Suisse.

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