Staff Frontend Engineer (EU Preferred)

Notabene; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Notabene is seeking a Staff Frontend Engineer to lead the development of scalable payment systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and influencing the future of compliant crypto transactions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in front-end development and a strong understanding of web security.

Benefits

Flexible Remote Work

$1000 WFH Stipend

MacBook Pro

Unlimited PTO

Country-Specific Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of front-end development experience across the stack.
• Experience in secure, complex domains like crypto or fintech.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable front-end solutions.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning.
• Drive complex projects from concept to deployment.

Skills

TypeScript

Web Security

Problem Solving

RESTful APIs

Event-driven Data Flows

Job description

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About Notabene

Working across three continents in eight countries, Notabene is a remote-first and globally distributed team of 40 employees on a mission to make cryptocurrency a part of the everyday economy. As a regulation technology (reg-tech) company, crypto organizations and traditional financial institutions alike use our tools to reduce transaction risk and make crypto transfers safe. Notabene is recognized as a vital enabler of the crypto ecosystem and, to date, we’ve processed over half a trillion dollars worth of transactions!

In October 2024, we announced our $14.5M Series B, led by DRW. This fundraise signals our exciting trajectory of success as we continue to be the leading global platform and network for compliant crypto transactions. We're proud to have the support of Y Combinator, Jump Capital, Castle Island, Green Visor Capital, and more. Notabene is growing fast—and we’re looking for people like you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future infrastructure of the crypto industry.

The Impact You'll Have

As a Staff Engineer at Notabene, you'll be a pivotal force driving the development of our complex, distributed payment systems that move hundreds of billions of dollars globally. You will lead by example as a top-tier individual contributor, shaping technical direction while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Your ability to take initiative, navigate ambiguity, and deliver high-quality code across the stack will directly impact the scalability and reliability of our platform. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence the future infrastructure of compliant crypto transactions worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and development of scalable front-end and full-stack solutions with a focus on maintainability and performance.
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and engineering teams to define technical requirements and deliver high-quality features.
• Own and drive complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, providing constructive code reviews and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Contribute to the evolution of our engineering practices, tooling, and architecture to support rapid growth and innovation.
• Participate in live coding and system design sessions to solve challenging problems and improve system reliability.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proven ownership of complex projects from ideation to deployment, collaborating with multiple stakeholders
• 10+ years of front-end development experience, comfortable across the stack
• Strong with TypeScript and modern web frameworks; quick to learn new technologies (e.g., SvelteKit, React, Next.js)
• 3+ years in secure, complex domains (crypto, identity, compliance, fintech, or payments)
• Skilled with RESTful APIs, web sockets, and event-driven data flows, ideally in payments or identity systems
• Deep knowledge of web security and PII best practices for sensitive data
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., Postgres)
• Track record of delivering complex software solutions with attention to detail and quality
• Experience mentoring and supporting high-performing engineering teams
• Experience in fast-paced, high-autonomy environments; self-motivated and proactive
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work independently in a global, remote-first company
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable in a meritocratic, results-driven culture focused on productivity and ownership

Nice to Have

• Experience in FinTech or blockchain sectors, especially with front-end technologies
• Prior exposure to financial institutions and AML compliance processes
• Understanding of privacy and security standards (SOC2, ISO27001, GDPR)
• Knowledge of distributed systems and complex payment infrastructures
• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience building projects or products from concept to deployment

Benefits

• Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere!
• $1000 WFH Stipend: Use within your first year of employment.
• MacBook Pro: Procured by you and your manager to find a model that meets your needs.
• Unlimited PTO: We trust you to take as much holiday as you need.
• Country-Specific Benefits: Statutory offerings and contributions, managed via our employer-of-record.

Apply Today!

If you strongly believe this role is for you, please apply. Notabene considers a broad array of candidates, including those without blockchain experience. Whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.

Notabene is proud to be an equal employment workplace and an affirmative action employer. By valuing inclusion and diversity of all forms, we strictly prohibit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.