Company Name: Gemini

Job Details: $140-200k+,A,discretionary,annual,bonus,and,Long-term,incentive,in,the,form,of,a,new,hire,equity,grantJavaC++C#ScalaSenior,and,Expert,levelNew,YorkSan,Francisco,Bay,Area2,days,a,week,in,office

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Job Description: RoleWho you areBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field5+ years of experience in software development with typed languages such as: Scala, Java or C# C++Proven track record of developing and maintaining large-scale, distributed systemsExperience with agile development methodologies and a commitment to following best practices in code health, testing, and maintainabilityExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressureFamiliarity with cloud technologies and microservices architectureDesirableExperience in the crypto or fintech industryUnderstanding of blockchain technologies and crypto walletsLeadership experience or a strong interest in mentoring junior team membersWhat the job involvesOur team’s mission is to enable Gemini’s internal and external users to seamlessly interact with blockchain networks in a stable, secure, straightforward wayThe Onchain group builds Gemini’s onramps to the blockchain “from CSS to ECDSA.” Our teams are solving problems across the entire crypto product user journey, including the user experience of crypto transfers, custody and staking down to the lowest levels of blockchain protocols and cryptographic signing algorithmsOur systems facilitate on-chain transactions for billions of USD worth of digital assets using state-of-the-art technology and security. We have openings across many of our teams, including Asset Transfers, Staking, Cloud Wallets, Protocols, Signing, and Blockchain InfrastructureThe teams are small, capable, agile, and have extensive ownership of the systems and solutions. We are continually growing, solving unique problems, and discovering new opportunitiesAs a Senior Software Engineer in the Onchain domain, you will work with talented engineers to enhance and expand the features of our blockchain-based products and the supporting platforms, including the Staking, Transfers, and Custody productsYou will participate in solutioning for new features and products, helping to drive innovation to bring new value to usersYou will contribute to the technical direction and engineering culture within your product team, leveling-up junior engineers in the processYou will also help drive operational excellence in our systems and processesOur goal is to design, develop, deploy, and support user-facing distributed systems that serve millions of users, with a focus on safety, security, and user experienceWe believe in fixing what's broken, automating wherever possible, and constantly improving our processesParticipate in the design, development, and deployment of new features for your teamResearch and integrate new blockchain technologies, concepts, and solutionsContribute to the high availability, reliability, and security of our systemsParticipate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and share best practicesStay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the crypto and blockchain spaceShare this jobReport a problem with this jobHide companyView 40 more jobs at GeminiInsights-13% employee growth in 12 monthsGlassdoor (3.2)CompanyCompany benefitsFlexible vacation policyRetirement plan matchingGenerous parental leaveComprehensive health plansTraining and developmentHealth and wellness perksCommunity eventsFunding (1 round)Nov 2021$400mGROWTH EQUITY VCTotal funding: $400mOur takeGemini is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that's known for offering excellent security as well as being available across the US, including New York - a state not often covered by crypto exchanges.As a trading platform, Gemini is one of many, but a dedication to innovation and a commitment to working within FCA regulations are what make it stand out from the crowd. After acquiring Blockrize in 2021, the company launched a credit card for US customers that enables them to earn a small percentage of spending back in bitcoin rewards. It also launched the Gemini dollar, a 1:1 USD-backed stablecoin, that combines the price stability of the US dollar with the technological advantages of a cryptocurrency.The crypto exchange market is crowded with exchange platforms, and Gemini's competitors include giants like Coinbase. However, by operating within regulations and maintaining its status as a registered digital asset service provider in Europe (with plans to expand further in the region very soon), Gemini is in a strong position to face the continued crackdown on unauthorized activity in this market and make a space for itself in the DeFi future.FreddieCompany Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle