Senior Software Engineer, OKX
Risk
$162-243k
Office located in San Jose, CA
Cryptocurrency trading app
Job no longer available
Cryptocurrency trading app
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$162-243k
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To eliminate financial barriers, evolve the global economy, and change the world for better.
Role
Who you are
- At least 5+ years of experience in Software Development
- Experienced Java developer, other language experience (C++, Python, Go, Rust) can be a plus
- Experienced with MS-SQL server
- Experienced in distributed systems and microservices
- Work well in a team environment and be able to effectively drive cross-team solutions that have complex dependencies and requirements
- Results oriented, self-learner, problem solver with 'can do' attitude
Desirable
- Experience with Java Spring Boot
- You either are already or are eager to become an expert in the blockchain and cryptocurrency landscape and will understand how speculators, traders, digital asset exchanges, blockchain money services businesses and financial institutions operate
- Experience working in a disruptive technology, successfully launching products, ideally, within FinTech, eCommerce, SaaS, AdTech, or Digital Wallet business experience
- A history (and preference) of being both strategic, analytical and execution-oriented
- Familiarity with product management processes and tools
- Experience with machine learning
- Experience working with teams across offices and time zones
- Fluent in Mandarin and English
What the job involves
- Design and develop 24/7 high scale APIs and distributed system, the tech stack will be on AWS. Java would be the language for the existing code base. Java Spring Boot will be the framework
- Strong CS fundamentals, solid knowledge of OOP/OOD, GoF design patterns
- Proficiency with Java stack and JVM (memory/performance tuning, GC)
- Proficiency with developing Web Services, SOA, REST APIs, Message Queue, Distributed/Scalable Architecture
- Proficiency in Spring Framework (Spring Boot), Hibernate (or similar ORM), Maven, Git
- Write unit tests, integration tests and CI/CD scripts
- Own, monitor and improve our services in production
- Development and testing of high quality product features spanning multiple product domains
- Work with engineering managers, architects, engineers & QA to develop innovative solutions that meet market needs w.r.t functionality, performance, reliability, realistic implementations schedules and adherence to development goals and principles
- Be a technical leader; research and promote new technologies and tools
- Face technical challenges - performance, fault-tolerance, security and live production issues
- Be involved throughout our services life cycle, influence every step of the way
- Be part of an amazing fast-paced team
Our take
While cryptocurrency holds the promise of freedom in personal finances and the possibility of large financial rewards through trading, it can be intimidating to get started. OKX, a long-standing crypto currency exchange, exists to solve that problem, removing the knowledge barriers to cryptocurrency trading with an easy-to-use, all in one platform.
OKX is one of the larger cryptocurrency exchanges, though it is a bit smaller than the market leaders Binance and Coinbase Exchange. Where it shines is in the sheer range of its services, which are designed to be versatile enough for any user, ranging from a crypto exchange to NFT and decentralised finance investment products. With a reputation for security and reliability, it has a user base of over 50+ million active accounts in over 180 countries.
OKX is using its structural position in cryptomarkets to help support the entire sector, announcing a market recovery fund to protect crypto firms facing collapse following the FTX crisis. Additionally, it is expanding into Web3 gaming with a 2023 partnership with Thirdverse, further increasing the scope of its offering to its client base. As long as it can continue to weather the tough market conditions for cryptocurrency, it should maintain its excellent position to continue its growth.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
65% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance.
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus Program paid in BTC
- More surprises when you join!
Leadership
Star Xu
(Founder & CEO)Previously an Engineer at Yahoo before becoming the Chief Technology Officer at DocIn. They later founded OKX and has recently reclaimed the title of CEO
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