Job description
Working At Bitso
We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.
To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.
Your Purpose
At Bitso, our mission is to make crypto useful, and as a Software Engineer II, you will be at the heart of this exciting journey. You will design, implement, deliver, and maintain code for the critical services that form the backbone of our financial infrastructure. As an engineer, you’ll be recognized as a talented developer, a collaborative colleague, and a true team player within your squad. Your strong track record in working closely with fellow engineers will ensure the delivery of high-quality software projects. In our dynamic environment, your innovative ideas will be highly valued and swiftly translated into impactful solutions. You will have the opportunity to immediately see the results of your work, knowing its reach and significance. By joining our team, you will leverage the best of your engineering skills in a stimulating atmosphere, all while contributing to our collective goals.
Reports To
You will be an integral part of Bitso Business, the infrastructure for the future of cross-border payments. In this role, you’ll report directly to our visionary leaders, who are dedicated to pioneering the next wave of financial innovation. Your contributions will help shape the future of global finance, making a mark on the industry.
Who You Are
You are an experienced engineer with a strong ability to articulate ideas clearly in English. You have a solid background in both backend and frontend, with a deep understanding of software engineering principles.
Common Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, with expertise in both backend and frontend development.
- Clear and effective communication in English.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred).
Backend Requirements:
- Solid experience working with Java (experience with Java 21 is a big plus).
- Strong knowledge of popular Java frameworks, particularly Spring.
- Extensive experience with Cloud Architectures (AWS), Microservices, and Distributed Systems.
- Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including coding, data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and designing for performance, scalability, and availability.
- Experience with asynchronous processing (knowledge of Kafka is an advantage).
- Proficient in Relational Databases (especially PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases like Redis.
Frontend Requirements:
- Strong experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Familiarity with react-hook-form for form management.
- Experience with NextJS or a similar framework.
- Proficiency in styled-components and tailwind for designing user interfaces.
- Experience with react-intl for internationalization.
- Proficient in data fetching and caching using swr or react query.
- Experience with integration testing and mocking using msw and React Testing Library.
What You Will Do
- You will develop, architect, and lead the creation of robust software components, ensuring they are scalable and reliable.
- Promote open communication and active collaboration, and drive changes by challenging and improving our processes.
- With a deep understanding of the product domain, you will provide valuable technical insights, assess feasibility, contribute to planning, hold accountability for team’s priorities.
- By sharing your expertise and offering proactive support, you will help your teammates thrive and succeed.
Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we’re looking for. If this role excites you but you don’t match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.
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Who We Are
With over 9 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.
When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:
Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges
High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.
Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.
Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.
So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:
- Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.
- Remote-first work environment.
- Employee Stock Option program.
- Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app.
- Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave.
- Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina.
- Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more.
Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!
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