Kraken · 17 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend - Payments
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $221K/yr
6+ years expKraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Payments & Blockchain team. The role involves designing and maintaining payment processing systems, ensuring the security of client transactions, and enhancing user experiences.
BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyEthereum
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality payment processing systems using React.js and other relevant technologies
Build and refine seamless transaction experiences that optimize fund transfers for speed, security, and reliability
Ensure an efficient and intuitive onboarding experience for users interacting with payment systems, reducing friction and improving trust
Develop innovative features that enhance engagement, retention, and loyalty within the payments ecosystem
Set the standard for high-quality, secure code and lead the development of complex financial software systems
Influence technical decisions, contribute to strategy discussions, and shape product/domain decisions with a deep understanding of financial systems and security best practices
Mentor engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and drive process improvements in financial software development
Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant financial systems, ensuring compliance and security best practices
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on web and mobile applications
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and proficiency with React and React Native frameworks
Experience with Next.js, RESTful APIs 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
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Preferred
Knowledge of the cryptocurrency industry and blockchain technology
Company
Kraken
Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets securely.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Ripley
CEO
Trevor Rutar, MBA
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Kraken Bank
Recent News
2025-10-07
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