Senior Backend Developer - Node.js (Fully Remote, Worldwide)

Bitfinex; Italia; Remoto; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading cryptocurrency exchange is seeking a Senior Backend Developer. This role focuses on developing backend services, ensuring security and scalability. Ideal candidates will excel in Node.js, have experience with microservices and databases, and be eager to learn new technologies. The position offers a fully remote work environment and opportunities for mentorship and growth.

Servizi

Flexible Work & Remote-Friendly Culture

Mentorship & Growth

Competitive Pay

Career Development Opportunities

Team-Building Activities

Competenze

• Experience developing on a complex platform.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Build API services with high security standards.

Mansioni

• Contribute to the development of backend components.
• Develop new products and features using agile methodologies.
• Ensure scalability and security of backend services.

Conoscenze

Node/JavaScript skills

Microservices architecture

Database experience (MySQL, MongoDB)

Quick learning ability

Understanding of security practices

Strumenti

Redis

Ruby

Rust

C++

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Backend Developer - Node.js (Fully Remote, Worldwide)

The Original Bitcoin Exchange
Inspired by Bitcoin's vision of financial freedom, we are committed to empowering individuals to transact and connect seamlessly across the globe. From the early days of the Bitcoin revolution, our mission is to champion freedom through innovative, reliable, and accessible technology—ensuring that everyone, everywhere, has the tools to participate in a truly open and borderless world.

We are driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and financial empowerment. By prioritizing education and delivering a cutting-edge platform, we enable users to seamlessly buy, hold, and trade digital assets with confidence. As the digital asset landscape evolves, we stay ahead—offering state-of-the-art trading services that empower both individuals and global liquidity providers. Our agile, forward-thinking approach ensures that financial freedom is a reality for all.

Our team is composed of visionary individuals with practical expertise, focusing on crafting solutions to the market's toughest challenges. Despite our global presence and impact, we maintain a small, technology-focused core, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We value integrity and autonomy, empowering our team to contribute from concept to launch.

Why Join Us?

Innovation At Bitfinex, we merge technology and skill to create an environment where your involvement is pioneering the future and pushing boundaries in finance. Our culture values bold creativity and a belief in Financial Freedom.

Flexibility & Global Reach We operate remotely, allowing you to work from anywhere while collaborating with top talents worldwide. We thrive on innovation, autonomy, and breaking new ground.

Fast-Paced & Impactful Our projects move fast, break new ground, and make an impact. Your contributions reach a global audience, shaping a decentralized future.

A Team that Thrives on Collaboration We blend seasoned experts with fresh minds, ensuring constant innovation, mentorship, and a dynamic work environment with integrity and a commitment to doing what is right.

Grow with the Best We’re committed to continuous learning—through technological advancements, workshops, or mentorship from leading professionals.

If you’re excited about shaping the narrative of decentralized finance, you’ll feel right at home.

We’re looking for: Senior Backend Developer

The Role: As a Senior Backend Developer, you will contribute to the development of the backend components of Bitfinex services (main trading application, Lightning Network support, blockchain integrations, and more). This includes:

• New products and features developed with agile methodologies to provide a professional trading experience.
• Scalability: backend services must remain smooth, responsive, and real-time as the platform grows, including the Bitfinex API.
• Security: build API services and backend processes with high security standards to protect users.

What You Bring to the Table

• Exceptional Node/JavaScript skills
• Familiarity with microservices architecture
• Experience developing on a complex platform
• Good experience with databases (MySQL, MongoDB)
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies
• Solid understanding of security practices

Other Valuable Skills

• Experience with blockchain integration
• High-availability concepts
• Ruby, Rust or C++ skills are a plus
• Other technologies: Redis (message queues), caches and job queues

What We Offer

• Flexible Work & Remote-Friendly Culture
• Mentorship & Growth
• Competitive Pay
• Career Development Opportunities
• Supportive Team Environment
• Learning & Knowledge Sharing
• Team-Building Activities
• Social activities (online & in-person)
• A collaborative environment where your creativity will impact the brand’s narrative

Ready to join us in bringing Financial Freedom to all?

If you’re a visionary who thrives at the intersection of technology, knowledge and innovation, we want to hear from you!

Recruitment Data & Security Disclaimer

As part of the hiring process at Bitfinex, we collect personal data for recruitment purposes. Data is processed in accordance with applicable laws and retained as necessary. Assessments and communications are conducted through official Bitfinex email addresses. Bitfinex will never request payment or banking details during recruitment; report any suspicious requests to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. This applies across all stages of recruitment and contractual relationships.