Remote Staff Software Engineer, Onchain - Gemini

WorksHub; New York (NY); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Onchain (Staking) team. In this role, you will lead the development of staking systems features, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the high reliability and security of customer-facing systems. Ideal candidates will have extensive software development experience and a passion for innovation in the crypto and blockchain space.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity grant for new hires

Comprehensive health plans

401K with company matching

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development.
• Proven experience with large-scale distributed systems.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of staking systems features.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.
• Research and implement new staking protocols.

Skills

Java

C++

Scala

Cloud technologies

Microservices architecture

Agile development

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Company

Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded byTyler WinklevossandCameron Winklevossin 2014. Gemini offers a wide range of crypto products and services for individuals and institutions in over 70 countries.

Crypto is about giving you greater choice, independence, and opportunity. We are here to help you on your journey. We build crypto products that are simple, elegant, and secure. Whether you are an individual or an institution, we help you buy, sell, and store your bitcoin and cryptocurrency.

At Gemini, our mission is to unlock the next era of financial, creative, and personal freedom.

The Department: Onchain (Staking)

The Role: Staff Software Engineer

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Staking team, you will work with talented engineers to enhance and expand the features of our staking systems. You will participate in solutioning for new features and products, helping to drive innovation to bring new value to users. You will help set the technical direction and engineering culture within the Staking team and the broader Onchain group, leveling-up junior engineers in the process. You will also help drive operational excellence in our systems and processes. Our goal is to design, develop, deploy, and support customer-facing and distributed systems that serve millions of customers, with a focus on safety, security, and customer experience. We believe in fixing what's broken, automating wherever possible, and constantly improving our processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of new features for our staking systems
• Research and implement integrations to support new staking protocols
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and security of our systems
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and share best practices
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the crypto and blockchain space

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in software development with languages such as: Java, C++ or Scala
• Proven track record of developing and maintaining large-scale, distributed systems
• Experience with agile development methodologies and a commitment to following best practices in code health, testing, and maintainability
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and microservices architecture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the crypto or fintech industry
• Understanding of blockchain technologies and crypto wallets
• Leadership experience or a strong interest in mentoring junior team members

It Pays to Work Here

The compensation & benefits package for this role includes:

• Competitive starting salary
• A discretionary annual bonus
• Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
• Comprehensive health plans
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible time off