Senior Software Engineer, Blockchain

Paxos is on a mission to rebuild the financial infrastructure to make it more inclusive and efficient. As a Senior Software Engineer in Blockchain, you will design and optimize software solutions for the issuance of digital assets, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain mission-critical issuance systems that support tokenized assets across multiple blockchains
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, compliance, and infrastructure to define system architecture and technical requirements
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our issuance services through best practices in software design, testing, and deployment
• Optimize existing issuance infrastructure to enhance performance, reduce latency, and improve operational efficiency
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Stay informed about emerging trends in blockchain, distributed systems, and financial technology to drive innovation within the team
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical decision-making processes

Requirements:

• 5+ years of software development experience, with proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Golang, Kotlin, Rust, Java, C++, Python
• Proven experience working in the crypto / blockchain industry, with a solid understanding of key concepts, market landscape, and ecosystem participants
• Strong computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and distributed system design
• Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure and tools, such as Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, and AWS services
• Ability to write high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Effective collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams
• Experience with blockchain technologies, smart contracts, or cryptographic principles is a plus
• A passion for learning and applying new technologies to solve real-world problems