{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8b403f3c9728d70b4380d478","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b403f3c9728d70b4380d478","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b403f3c9728d70b4380d478","title":"Backend Engineer","description":"About NickAI\nNickAI is revolutionizing cryptocurrency investing through AI-powered autonomous trading agents. Our platform enables users to create sophisticated AI agents that manage crypto portfolios 24/7, eliminating emotional trading decisions and maximizing investment opportunities.\nDuring our beta phase, we've successfully managed over $500,000 in assets and are rapidly expanding our platform to serve both retail and institutional investors. Our mission is to democratize algorithmic trading by making advanced AI-driven investment strategies accessible to everyone.\nNickAI integrates with leading exchanges like Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, and Aster to provide seamless, automated trading solutions. We are backed by Galaxy Digital, a global leader in digital assets with $9B under management.\nAbout This Role\nWe are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our team and build the execution engine at the core of our platform. You'll focus on exchange integrations, multi-venue routing, and our system that proves execution quality. This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, financial technology, and cryptocurrency markets while building critical infrastructure for our users.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild and maintain connectors for multiple exchanges (Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, Aster)\nDesign and implement the receipts system (latency, slippage, fill quality)\nDevelop scalable trading infrastructure using Node.js and Go microservices\nIntegrate APIs via CCXT and custom implementations\nEnsure robustness with error handling, logging, and monitoring\nCollaborate with AI/ML and frontend teams to expose execution data in real time\nRequired Qualifications\nTechnical Skills\n5+ years backend development (Node.js, Go, or similar)\nStrong API integration background (REST, WebSockets)\nSQL/PostgreSQL + caching (Redis)\nExperience building low-latency or trading systems\nFamiliarity with exchange APIs (Binance, Coinbase, Hyperliquid)\nProfessional Experience\nProven track record building production systems with real users\nExperience with financial technology or crypto strongly preferred\nStrong understanding of software engineering best practices (testing, reviews, documentation)\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary commensurate with experience\nFlexible PTO and sick leave policies\nFully remote-friendly with flexible working hours\nAccess to cutting-edge AI and trading technologies\nOpportunity to work with AI researchers, quants, and fintech experts\nDirect impact on product development and company growth\nOur Technology Stack\nBackend: Node.js, Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, WebSockets\nAI/ML: LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini\nInfrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP, GitHub Actions\nTrading & Exchanges: CCXT library, Coinbase Pro API, Alpaca, Hyperliquid, Aster","company":"Nick Ai","rawCompany":"nick ai","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:36:35.058Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.07","title":"Blockchain Engineers","slug":"blockchain-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Backend Engineer","description":"About NickAI\nNickAI is revolutionizing cryptocurrency investing through AI-powered autonomous trading agents. Our platform enables users to create sophisticated AI agents that manage crypto portfolios 24/7, eliminating emotional trading decisions and maximizing investment opportunities.\nDuring our beta phase, we've successfully managed over $500,000 in assets and are rapidly expanding our platform to serve both retail and institutional investors. Our mission is to democratize algorithmic trading by making advanced AI-driven investment strategies accessible to everyone.\nNickAI integrates with leading exchanges like Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, and Aster to provide seamless, automated trading solutions. We are backed by Galaxy Digital, a global leader in digital assets with $9B under management.\nAbout This Role\nWe are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our team and build the execution engine at the core of our platform. You'll focus on exchange integrations, multi-venue routing, and our system that proves execution quality. This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, financial technology, and cryptocurrency markets while building critical infrastructure for our users.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild and maintain connectors for multiple exchanges (Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, Aster)\nDesign and implement the receipts system (latency, slippage, fill quality)\nDevelop scalable trading infrastructure using Node.js and Go microservices\nIntegrate APIs via CCXT and custom implementations\nEnsure robustness with error handling, logging, and monitoring\nCollaborate with AI/ML and frontend teams to expose execution data in real time\nRequired Qualifications\nTechnical Skills\n5+ years backend development (Node.js, Go, or similar)\nStrong API integration background (REST, WebSockets)\nSQL/PostgreSQL + caching (Redis)\nExperience building low-latency or trading systems\nFamiliarity with exchange APIs (Binance, Coinbase, Hyperliquid)\nProfessional Experience\nProven track record building production systems with real users\nExperience with financial technology or crypto strongly preferred\nStrong understanding of software engineering best practices (testing, reviews, documentation)\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary commensurate with experience\nFlexible PTO and sick leave policies\nFully remote-friendly with flexible working hours\nAccess to cutting-edge AI and trading technologies\nOpportunity to work with AI researchers, quants, and fintech experts\nDirect impact on product development and company growth\nOur Technology Stack\nBackend: Node.js, Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, WebSockets\nAI/ML: LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini\nInfrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP, GitHub Actions\nTrading & Exchanges: CCXT library, Coinbase Pro API, Alpaca, Hyperliquid, Aster","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:36:35.058Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:36:35.058Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Nick Ai","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8b403f3c9728d70b4380d478"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b403f3c9728d70b4380d478"}}