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Paxful · 6 hours ago

Director, Software Development

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple development teams (Backend, Frontend, Mobile, Blockchain) to deliver innovative and user-friendly solutions

Collaborate with engineering leads to align development efforts with the product roadmap and company objectives

Oversee development projects requiring secure and scalable architectures, with a focus on user experience and reliability

Ensure adherence to Paxful's software development lifecycle (SDLC), including agile methodologies, Jira-based workflows, and CI/CD pipelines

Drive technical excellence by promoting best practices in architecture, coding, testing, and deployment

Work closely with DevOps to ensure infrastructure stability, scalability, and security across AWS, Kubernetes (EKS), and Terraform-managed environments

Foster a high-performing team by providing mentorship and building a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation

Monitor emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities for enhancing Paxful's platform and services

Qualification

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Blockchain technologiesManaging distributed systemsSecure architecture designLeadership experienceAgile developmentCloud-based infrastructureCI/CD pipelinesMonitoring toolsPHP 7.4PythonGoJavaReactLaravelNative Android appsNative iOS appsTerraformVaultGitLabFraud detectionRisk managementCompliance requirements

Required

8+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role

Proven track record of managing cross-functional engineering teams in dynamic environments

Experience with blockchain technologies, including wallet systems, transaction processing, and secure architecture design

Proficiency in the following core tech stack: Backend: PHP 7.4 (monolith), Python, Go, Java (microservices); Frontend: React & Laravel / Blade; Mobile Development: Native Android and iOS apps; Blockchain: Familiarity with UTXOs, multi-signature wallets, Lightning Network, and other blockchain-related technologies

Strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure and tools (AWS, Kubernetes/EKS, Terraform, Vault)

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and source code management using GitLab (self-hosted)

Deep knowledge of secure software development practices, particularly in finance or blockchain systems

Expertise in managing distributed systems, microservices, and scalable software architectures

Strong technical knowledge in blockchain-based systems, including wallet integrations and secure transaction processing

Proficiency in designing secure, high-performance systems that prioritize user safety

Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage diverse, distributed teams

Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time while balancing quality and security

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on achieving long-term goals

Experience with fraud detection, transaction monitoring, or risk management systems

Knowledge of compliance requirements in the cryptocurrency industry, such as AML/KYC standards

Hands-on experience with blockchain frameworks and libraries (e.g., Solana's Anchor, Ethereum's Web3.js)

Strong understanding of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic Stack)

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaborating with cross-functional teams and explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Leadership experience, including the ability to guide, mentor, and motivate junior developers

Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to tackle complex issues and provide guidance to the team

Experience working in Agile development environments, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies

Ability to provide constructive feedback during code reviews and promote best practices and coding standards within the team

Empathy and patience to understand the challenges faced by junior developers and provide the necessary support and guidance for their growth and development