Backend Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using TypeScript (Bun.js framework) to support trading functionality, tools/analytics for traders, third-party integrations, and more.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with designers, product teams, and users to align backend solutions with platform objectives.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure backend systems & database queries deliver top-tier speed for thousands of concurrent users without compromising on reliability.
• Code Quality: Uphold best practices by writing well-structured, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Problem Solving: Identify, debug, and resolve complex technical issues to maintain smooth platform operations.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Node.js/Bun.js and TypeScript with 5+ years of experience in backend development.
• Proficiency with building robust and optimized API endpoints.
• Experience in building backend systems serving a significant user base concurrently.
• Proven ability to work independently while driving projects to completion.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Experience working within a mid-sized engineer team.
• Experience working on backend systems for crypto trading platforms, DeFi applications, or other data-heavy services.
• Passion or experience in on-chain trading; being a part-time trader on Solana is a plus.
• Strong command of Postgres and/or Clickhouse, including design and optimization for high-performance high-reliability use cases.