Backend Engineer

Jibe Ventures; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 184,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

Blockaid is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale core backend systems powering our security platform. You will work with world-class engineers to deliver highly reliable, performant infrastructure that protects millions of Web3 users.

The role emphasizes ownership, strong Python backend skills, and deep data systems knowledge, with cloud, Kubernetes, and CI/CD practices as core requirements. Candidates should have 8–10 years of backend experience.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of backend-focused engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead feature development end-to-end, from requirements to production.
• Build systems that protect millions of users from fraud, scams, and hacks.
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle in an agile environment.
• Drive technical innovation by staying ahead of emerging technologies.
• Uphold the highest standards of code quality, scalability, and performance.
• Take true ownership of our product, tech stack, and development processes.

Skills

Python

Data systems

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Startup experience

Data analysis

Blockchain knowledge

Cybersecurity knowledge

Tools

AWS

GCP

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Job description

Backend Engineer

• Engineering
• Tel Aviv
• Senior
• Full-time
• ID: Backend Engineer

Description

Blockaid is redefining trust in blockchain through advanced, integrated security. Our on-chain security platform is trusted by leading Web3 companies- including Coinbase, MetaMask, Uniswap, Backpack, Stellar, and others to detect, understand, and automatically prevent or minimize the impact of fraud, scams, hacks, and financial threats.

We are backed by top-tier global investors including Sequoia Capital, Ribbit Capital, and Cyberstarts- firms known for supporting the most innovative and influential companies in technology and cybersecurity.

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will design, build, and scale the core backend systems that power our security platform- directly shaping the safety of millions of Web3 users. You’ll work closely with a team of world-class engineers to deliver highly reliable, performant, and secure infrastructure.

Your Chain of Impact:

• Lead feature development end-to-end, from requirements to production.
• Build systems that protect millions of users from fraud, scams, and hacks.
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle in an agile environment.
• Drive technical innovation by staying ahead of emerging technologies.
• Uphold the highest standards of code quality, scalability, and performance.
• Take true ownership of our product, tech stack, and development processes.

Requirements

Your Chain of Strengths:

• 8-10 years of backend-focused engineering experience, with a proven track record of building and scaling complex systems.
• Success across 2-3 fast-paced startup environments, demonstrating adaptability and impact.
• Strong proficiency in Python for backend development.
• Deep understanding of data systems, including SQL/NoSQL databases and data warehouses.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn; background in cybersecurity, blockchain, or data analysis is a strong plus.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Blockaid is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law