Senior Architect - API & Blockchain

| Chicago, IL | Hybrid
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CoinFlip is a leading financial services platform focused on the digital economy. Headquartered in Chicago, CoinFlip operates the world’s largest network of cryptocurrency ATMs by volume and an over-the-counter trading desk, giving the world quick, easy, and secure access to the benefits of cryptocurrency.


CoinFlip placed No. 60 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list, making it the top-ranked cryptocurrency company in the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. CoinFlip was also named the 2021 #1 fastest-growing company in Chicago by Crain’s and was awarded the 2021 Silver Stevie ® Award for Customer Service.


With a 5-year growth rate of 1,715,091.9%, the company is looking to quickly expand its current headcount across all departments. It’s an exciting time to join CoinFlip as it plans to add additional business lines, expand internationally, and cement itself as a leading fintech company.


As a Senior Blockchain Engineer, you will be a key member of the Platform Engineering team designing our next generation, crypto powered, financial services platform. In collaboration with Product Managers, Platform Engineers and our ecosystem partners, you will design and implement our on-chain infrastructure components including nodes, bridges and oracles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development on the blockchain infrastructure elements.
  • Serve as the organization's SME and advise on blockchain integration techniques including the proper use of relevant APIs and libraries
  • Work with the Platform Assurance team and Information Security to establish proper operations, management and security controls and processes.
  • Engage in both product definition and development of the microservices related to blockchain integration.
  • Provide guidance related to securing interactions between the core cloud platform and various blockchain technologies.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Computer Science or Software Engineering. Graduate degree in one of these fields is preferred.
  • At least 3 years of experience with blockchain technology integrations including a deep understanding of blockchain concepts and hands-on development experience.
  • Proven expertise implementing Bitcoin and Ethereum nodes (validator, full, archive).
  • At least 5 years of senior-level Java programming including development of Spring Boot microservices.
  • Significant exposure to integration with blockchain developer platforms such as QuickNode, Blockdaemon, or Alchemy.
  • Preferred: Experience with developer-oriented blockchain technologies such as Ethereum smart contracts and Web3 libraries.
  • Preferred: Experience with financial systems or other environments with high transaction throughout and stringent security requirements.
  • Preferred: Experience working with agile methodologies (Kanban, CI/CD, TDD, Paired Programming).
  • Preferred: Experience with Google Cloud and GKE.

Internal Referral:

  • Tier Two

Working at CoinFlip means collaborating with experienced, people-first leaders with a clear vision and a track record of success. We offer a collaborative, positive working environment where we encourage employees to balance productivity with the need to recharge the batteries. And of course, you get paid pretty well - we offer competitive compensation packages, including equity, performance-based incentives, and competitive benefits for full-time employees.


CoinFlip values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment. We thank all candidates who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By applying to this role, you give express consent that CoinFlip may send you informational text (SMS) messages regarding this role, your application, and the application process. You can cancel the SMS service at any time by replying "STOP" to the text message you received. If at any time you forget what keywords are supported, just reply "HELP" to the text message you received. Message and data rates apply. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

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