Role

We are seeking a talented Backend Product Engineering Tech Lead to oversee our backend engineering efforts, including managing the Web team. This is not a full-stack role but requires leading a full-stack team. The role requires strong engineering skills and care for the product to collaborate closely with the Product team while also driving significant product decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the development of core backend systems, including:
  • Edge Services: Product Backend, Notification Server, Authentication Server.
  • Smart Contract Sync: Ensuring consistency between smart contract data and our databases.
  • Native wallet enhancement: Work on optimizing the performance of our wallet.
  • Testing: Enhance quality by adding unit/regression tests.
• Oversee functional projects such as:
  • KYC processes for onboarding.
  • Marketing and rewards build.
  • Development and maintenance of internal portals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers and Web/Mobile engineering teams, to ensure cohesive product development and implementation.
• Strengthen GRVT’s authentication technology stack by working closely with the Head of Security to enhance security features like multi-factor authentication (MFA), WebAuthn, and secure session management.

What We Are Looking For:

• Engineering Leadership: Proven experience in leading technical teams to deliver complex projects on time and with high quality.
• Product Sense: Strong product thinking with the ability to collaborate effectively with Product Managers while making key product decisions.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Experience in backend engineering, particularly in building scalable and high-performance systems.
  • Proficiency in Go and familiarity with relational databases like PostgreSQL and caching systems such as Redis.
• Full Stack Experience: While not required, experience in full-stack development is beneficial for understanding the broader context and leading the team effectively.
• Blockchain Knowledge: While not a requirement, familiarity with blockchain technology and its applications in financial systems is advantageous. A strong interest in our mission is critical, and we will provide onboarding to our blockchain and zk-powered scaling solutions.

Why Join us?

• Be part of a leading hybrid exchange at the forefront of merging CeFi and DeFi.
• Work in a dynamic environment with a talented team that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration.
• Influence the direction of our core products and have a significant impact on the user experience.
• We offer a flexible work environment with a highly competitive compensation package, including a base salary, performance-related bonus, equity, and token awards. We are committed to hiring and retaining the best talent in the industry and providing opportunities for growth and development.
• Join us in our mission to build the future of crypto trading with innovative technology and a customer-centric approach.