JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend - Consumer
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 the desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Responsibilities
- - Design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications using React
- - Set the standard for high-quality code and lead complex software systems development
- - Significantly influence technical decisions, contribute to technical strategy discussions, and shape product/domain decisions with an expert understanding of engineering best practices
- - Mentor junior and senior engineers and provide constructive feedback
- - Master multiple technologies and stay ahead of the curve with new tools and trends
- - Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant systems, with a deep understanding of complex software development architecture and design patterns
- - Lead and collaborate on complex initiatives, and drive feedback and growth across teams
- - Drive process improvements and lead by example with advanced experience in multiple software development processes
Required Skills
- - 6+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on web applications
- - Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and proficiency with React ecosystem
- - Strong experience of API design, security, and performance optimization
- - Experience with Next.js 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
- - Hands-on experience in consumer payments, crypto or fintech mobile applications
- - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Benefits
- - Bonus program
- - Equity program
- - Wellness allowance
- - Other benefits [US Only] (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k))
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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