Senior Software Engineer, Issuance

Paxos

340d • $173,284 - $203,864

About The Position

As a Senior Software Engineer, Issuance at Paxos, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and optimizing software solutions that support the issuance of digital assets, including stablecoins and other tokenized financial instruments. You will leverage your expertise in distributed systems and modern software development practices to ensure the scalability, security, and efficiency of our platform.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience, with proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Golang, Kotlin, Rust, Java, C++, Python.
• Strong computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and distributed system design.
• Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure and tools, such as Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, and AWS services.
• Ability to write high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with blockchain technologies, smart contracts, or cryptographic principles is a plus.
• A passion for learning and applying new technologies to solve real-world problems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain mission-critical issuance systems that support tokenized assets across multiple blockchains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, compliance, and infrastructure to define system architecture and technical requirements.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our issuance services through best practices in software design, testing, and deployment.
• Optimize existing issuance infrastructure to enhance performance, reduce latency, and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Stay informed about emerging trends in blockchain, distributed systems, and financial technology to drive innovation within the team.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical decision-making processes.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation and benefits package, including equity and bonuses based on individual and company performance.
• Expected range for the base salary component for candidates located within the United States is $173,284—$203,864 USD.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior