Senior Backend Engineer (Blockchain Focus)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Backend Engineer with a strong interest or background in blockchain technology to join their innovative and distributed team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain the scalable server-side infrastructure that powers our next-generation digital asset platform. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, dApp engineers, and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences and robust backend services. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a significant impact on a cutting-edge product in the fast-paced Crypto & Blockchain industry, working remotely from Southampton or surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and secure backend services and APIs for our blockchain applications.
• Integrate with blockchain nodes and protocols to facilitate data flow and transaction processing.
• Optimize application performance, database interactions, and system architecture for high throughput.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language such as Node.js, Python, or Go.
• Experience working with databases (SQL/NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message queues.
• Familiarity with blockchain concepts, APIs, and decentralized application architectures is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Fully remote working arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Direct impact on innovative projects within the Crypto & Blockchain sector.