Platform Systems Engineer

CoinFlip is a global digital currency platform company, focused on providing consumers simple and secure access to buy and sell cryptocurrency. The company operates the world's largest network of cryptocurrency kiosks by transaction volume with more than 5,000 kiosks across 49 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Italy, Panama, Brazil and Mexico. CoinFlip’s digital currency kiosks make buying and selling major cryptocurrencies accessible and safe for consumers who wish to purchase their digital currency using cash. CoinFlip also operates CoinFlip Preferred, a personalized over-the-counter service that provides investors with custom, white glove support for their cryptocurrency transactions. In 2022, CoinFlip launched CoinFlip Ventures, an investment group offering coaching, funding, and networking support to early-stage crypto and web3 projects.  

CoinFlip was founded in 2015 by Daniel Polotsky, Kris Dayrit, Alan Gurevich, and Ben Weiss. Headquartered in Chicago, CoinFlip placed in the top 500 on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Inc. 5000 list, and on the 2022 and 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, was named the 2021 and 2022 #1 fastest-growing company in Chicago by Crain's, ranked in Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces in 2021 and 2022, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Stevie ® Awards for Customer Service. To learn more about CoinFlip and how to get started on your digital currency journey, visit www.CoinFlip.tech.

We are looking for a seasoned Platform Systems Engineer with experience with self-service kiosk hardware, software and services.  This is a highly technical role where the right candidate will need to demonstrate breadth and depth of technical skill and ability.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• B.S. in Computer Science, Systems Engineering or Software Engineering. 

• 3+ years of experience in supporting and developing cloud solutions.

• Working experience with AWS is required (AWS network, compute, storage, and security products).

• Experience with implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines.

• Ability to deliver well-engineered solutions on schedule.

• Work with business and engineering partners to deploy new infrastructure. 

• Experience with monitoring and alerting solutions.

• Monitor the availability, latency, and overall system health. On-call incident and change management.

• Participating in on-call rotations (Open to overnight).

• Strong communication skills with strong written and oral skills.

• Experience with telecom solutions for SMS delivery is a plus.

• Experience with ATM / Kiosk infrastructure.

• Basic knowledge of cryptocurrency and blockchains.

• General passion and knowledge of fintech and crypto.

• Demonstrated experience working with Kiosk or ATM hardware platforms with an emphasis on cash-based systems.

• Experience working with embedded systems including Android based platforms.

• Hands on experience with mobile data solutions including identifying service provider solutions.

• Linux (Debian based) server experience.

• Ability to provide critical thinking and thought leadership in complex environment.

• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively (verbal and written).

• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

Working at CoinFlip means collaborating with experienced and innovative leaders who share a clear vision and a track record of success. We offer a collaborative and positive working environment where we encourage employees to balance productivity with time to recharge. Compensation is above and beyond a typical “startup” — we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and competitive benefits for full-time employees.

CoinFlip values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer 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. 

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