Lead Blockchain Engineer (Fully Remote – UK)
Tether Operations Limited
United Kingdom Full-time posted 2 days ago in I.T. & Communications-
Job ID 2766337
Job Description
Embrace the Opportunity to Transform Digital Finance with Tether
At Tether, we are not just creating products; we are leading a groundbreaking shift in the world of finance. Our innovative solutions empower businesses, from exchanges and digital wallets to payment processors and ATMs, to effortlessly incorporate reserve-backed tokens across multiple blockchains. By utilizing advanced blockchain technology, Tether enables instant, secure, and cost-effective storage, transfer, and reception of digital tokens on a global scale. Our commitment to transparency underpins every transaction, fostering trust and confidence in our operations.
Be Part of the Tether Innovation Journey
Tether Finance: Our offerings include the widely recognized stablecoin USDT, relied upon by millions across the globe, alongside trailblazing digital asset tokenization services.
But there’s more: Tether Power: Committed to sustainable growth through environmentally-friendly energy solutions for Bitcoin mining, spread across diverse geographical locations.
Tether Data: Pioneering advancements in AI and peer-to-peer technology with products such as KEET, our secure and private data sharing application.
Tether Education: Making digital learning accessible to all, empowering individuals to thrive in both digital and gig economies.
Tether Evolution: Continuously pushing the limits of technology and human potential to forge a future rich with innovation.
Why Choose Tether?
Join our dynamic, remote team that is deeply passionate about fintech evolution. If you possess strong English communication skills and are eager to make an impact on a cutting-edge platform, Tether is the right fit for you. Collaborate with leading experts, challenge the status quo, and help set benchmarks in the industry. We have experienced rapid growth while maintaining a lean structure, and we take pride in our position as leaders in the field.
Are you prepared to step into the future with us?
About the Role
The WDK (Wallet Development Kit) Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in enhancing Tether’s open-source toolkit, designed for creating self-custodial wallet applications across both mobile and desktop environments. This position encompasses technical design, implementation, and collaborative efforts to enrich the toolkit’s functionalities. A background in wallet development or decentralized finance (DeFi) is a valuable asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage in cutting-edge projects utilizing agile methodologies and state-of-the-art technologies.
- Ensure backend services maintain scalability, responsiveness, and real-time support to accommodate growth.
- Adhere to stringent security standards to safeguard user assets and sensitive data.
Essential Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Node.js and JavaScript development.
- Experience in building or integrating crypto wallets for DeFi or blockchain applications.
- Familiarity with modular architecture principles for scalable application development.
- Proficient in developing complex platforms and APIs.
- Understanding of peer-to-peer technologies.
- Capable of quickly assimilating new technologies.
- Strong knowledge of best security practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high-availability systems.
- Proficiency in Go, Rust, or C++.
- Knowledge of message queues (Redis), caches, and job queues.
- Experience in mobile application development (React Native, Flutter, Native).