Software Engineer - Backend

At dYdX you'll have an opportunity to build state-of-the-art decentralized technologies that will redefine global financial markets. By joining us at this stage in our growth, you will help make fundamental decisions that will shape the course of dYdX.→ Learn more about working at dYdXResponsibilitiesWrite low latency financial software that will process billions of dollars a day worth of trading volume, including order book matching engines, trading engines, and REST & Websocket API endpointsDevelop open source blockchain-based code that powers the dYdX protocolBuild high performance REST & WebSocket APIs to power our frontend app as well as programmatic tradersWrite open source TypeScript & Python clients that allow users to interact directly with our on-chain smart contractsWork together with multi-functional teams to develop the best overall productRequirementsAt least 2+ years experience working as a full-time developer (for new graduates, we require internship experience from a top tech company)You have a depth of technical experience and have demonstrated excellence through previous workYou write secure, efficient, high quality codeYou are a fast learner who can quickly master new technologiesRequires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and 3 years of experience or alternatively, a Master’s degree in same and 1 year of experienceNice To HavesYou've worked on high-quality products in the finance or security spaceYou have experience with JavaScript, Node.js, and/or PostgresYou have experience building blockchain applications / smart contractsSalary range for this job is $180K to $240K USD (NY). Compensation subject to experience and location. Published salary bands pursuant to transparency laws, and do not include possible variable compensation such as annual merit increases, bonus eligibility, commission, or equity incentive.