Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, particularly in building production systems that scale effectively. You have a strong understanding of service architecture and have successfully managed services from design through deployment, ensuring they meet high-performance standards.

Your expertise in Java is deep — you've developed high-throughput APIs and have a solid grasp of best practices in coding, testing, and deployment. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and can adapt to the evolving landscape of the crypto industry.

You are a collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to deliver innovative solutions. You have a keen interest in blockchain technology and its applications in finance, which drives your passion for developing new investment solutions.

Desirable

Experience with financial products or services, particularly in the crypto space, is a plus. Familiarity with decentralized finance (DeFi) concepts and trading mechanisms will help you excel in this role.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be part of a greenfield project, contributing to the design and development of next-generation investment solutions for crypto assets. You will build services that explore structured products, DeFi trading, and lending pools, ensuring they are robust and scalable.

You will collaborate with a new team dedicated to innovation in the crypto space, leveraging your technical skills to create asset management services that meet the needs of our users. Your work will directly impact the way individuals and institutions interact with crypto markets.

You will engage in code reviews and contribute to the overall architecture of the systems you help build. Your insights will be valuable in shaping the direction of our product offerings, and you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers as they grow in their roles.

What we offer

At OKX, we provide a dynamic work environment where innovation is at the forefront of our mission. You will have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, contributing to projects that are reshaping the future of finance.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a culture that values transparency and collaboration, where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Join us in our mission to create a fairer and more accessible financial system through blockchain technology. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your passion and willingness to learn are what matter most.