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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