Kraken
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend - Payments
Kraken
$127k - $203k
Europe, USA (Remote)
JavaScript
TypeScript
React

Senior Software Engineer - Frontend - Payments

Overview

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.

Job Description

Kraken is a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. We are committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.

Responsibilities

  • - Design, develop, and maintain high-quality payment processing systems using React.js and other relevant technologies
  • - Build and refine seamless transaction experiences that optimize fund transfers for speed, security, and reliability
  • - Ensure an efficient and intuitive onboarding experience for users interacting with payment systems, reducing friction and improving trust
  • - Develop innovative features that enhance engagement, retention, and loyalty within the payments ecosystem
  • - Set the standard for high-quality, secure code and lead the development of complex financial software systems
  • - Influence technical decisions, contribute to strategy discussions, and shape product/domain decisions with a deep understanding of financial systems and security best practices
  • - Mentor engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and drive process improvements in financial software development
  • - Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant financial systems, ensuring compliance and security best practices

Required Skills

  • - 6+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on web and mobile applications
  • - Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and proficiency with React and React Native frameworks
  • - Experience with Next.js, RESTful APIs and WebSockets
  • - Experience with frontend testing frameworks
  • - Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tooling
  • - Strong understanding of UI/UX best practices and principles
  • - Experience within a large technology organization or fast growing startup
  • - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • - Knowledge of the cryptocurrency industry and blockchain technology

Benefits

  • - Offers Equity
  • - Offers Bonus
  • - Wellness allowance
  • - Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) [US Only]

About the company

Buy, sell, trade and learn about crypto on Kraken — the simple, powerful crypto platform that grows with you.


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