Europe
Full time
Remote
EngineeringBackend
This is the target annual salary range for this role. This range is not inclusive of other additional compensation elements, such as our Bonus program, Equity program, Wellness allowance, and other benefits [US Only] (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).
The compensation range provided is influenced by various factors and represents the initial target range. Our salary offerings are dynamic and we strive to ensure that our base salary and total compensation package aligns and recognizes the top talent we aim to attract and retain. The compensation package of the successful candidate is based on various factors such as their skillset, experience, and job scope.
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
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. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
The Growth team drives Kraken’s mission to expand its global user base by optimizing the entire user journey – from first impressions to long-term retention. Within this broader effort, the Onboarding team plays a critical role in ensuring new users enjoy a seamless, intuitive, and efficient experience when joining Kraken, laying the foundation for lasting engagement and trust.
Operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and design, the Onboarding team collaborates closely with product managers and designers to build experiences that align with Kraken’s growth objectives. The team’s impact extends beyond engineering, supporting Kraken’s mission by reducing barriers to entry, increasing conversion rates, and creating a frictionless path for users around the world.
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join us in our mission to redefine how new users enter the world of crypto. As our product offerings grow and our user base becomes more diverse, we face new technical and experiential challenges that demand thoughtful, scalable, and elegant solutions. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about building high-quality systems, eager to own features end to end, and excited to collaborate across disciplines to craft onboarding experiences that are not only efficient but delightful. This is a unique opportunity to influence one of Kraken’s most high-impact user touchpoints – and shape the future of crypto adoption at a global scale.
Design and implement robust services and libraries
Work across both the frontend and backend, owning solutions end to end
Write reusable, testable, and highly efficient code
Collaborate on the architecture of large-scale distributed systems
Work alongside hundreds of experienced engineers in a high-performance environment
3+ years of software engineering experience
Experience developing backend systems using at least one of the following languages: Rust, Go, TypeScript, Python, or Ruby
Experience developing frontend applications using JavaScript or TypeScript
Proficiency with React as a frontend framework
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
Strong knowledge of modern databases, including MySQL (MariaDB) and Redis
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, including GitLab CI or similar tools
Security-first mindset when designing systems to ensure robustness
Ability to autonomously debug issues across the stack (OS, network, application)
Solid understanding of distributed systems and technologies, including RPC protocols, Kafka, and event-driven architectures
Ability to collaborate effectively with product teams to gather requirements and design appropriate systems
Proven track record of taking complete end-to-end ownership of systems and libraries
Experience mentoring other engineers and contributing to the definition of a strong technical culture
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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don’t fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you’re passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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Compensation Range: $110K – $176K
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