Backend Engineering Lead

5+ years of experience in backend development 2+ years in a lead or senior engineering role Proficiency in TypeScript, Go, Rust, or Python Deep understanding of distributed systems, API design, and blockchain consensus & node architecture Experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis) and event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) Hands-on experience integrating with blockchains, nodes, or smart contracts Familiarity with DevOps best practices, deploying high-availability services across multiple regions (Kubernetes, GCP/AWS) Strong focus on security, reliability, and performance optimization Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Lead backend engineering strategy Architect, design, and implement APIs and data pipelines Build and maintain high-performance systems for blockchain data Integrate new blockchain ecosystems Collaborate closely with Product, Frontend, and other teams Drive technical discussions, code reviews, and architectural decisions Ensure adherence to best practices in testing, deployment, observability, and documentation Mentor and coach backend engineers Contribute to the evolution of our infrastructure stack