Software Engineer, Blockchain & Distributed Systems

Blockstream
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
Italian, English, French, German, Swiss German
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Tech stack

Java
JavaScript
API
Agile Methodologies
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Unit Testing
Azure
Software Quality
Code Review
Databases
Data Structures
Software Debugging
Software Design Patterns
DevOps
Digital Assets
Distributed Systems
Python
NoSQL
Object-Oriented Software Development
Open Source Technology
Blockchain
Software Engineering
SQL Databases
TypeScript
Google Cloud Platform
GIT
Containerization
Information Technology
Api Design
REST
Software Version Control
Docker
Go
Programming Languages

Job description

We are seeking Software Engineer, an entry-level to more senior technical role focused on learning and contributing to the development of blockchain and digital asset solutions for enterprise and institutional clients. This role provides hands-on experience with distributed systems, cryptography, and financial technology while working alongside experienced developers and architects.

Within the Service & Enterprise Solutions organization, the Software Engineers contribute to building secure, scalable platforms for banking clients. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge blockchain technologies, learn industry best practices, and grow technical skills in a fast-paced fintech environment.

What You'll Be Doing (Responsibilities)

  • Write clean, maintainable code following team coding standards and best practices
  • Implement features and functionality based on technical specifications
  • Debug and resolve software defects with guidance from senior team members
  • Develop and execute unit tests to ensure code quality
  • Participate in code reviews to learn from experienced developers
  • Support integration activities with APIs, databases, and external systems
  • Document code and technical processes clearly
  • Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and QA teams
  • Learn and apply software development principles, design patterns, and fintech domain knowledge

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

  • 0-5 years of professional software development experience (internships and academic projects count)
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Java, or Rust)
  • Understanding of fundamental programming concepts: data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
  • Self-starter with proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and geographies, demonstrating high-quality and high-touch customer engagement throughout all phases of delivery

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

  • Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt quickly
  • Languages: English required; Swiss German/German, French and/or Italian a plus
  • Location: Switzerland, with focus on Lugano

Nice To Haves (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Basic understanding of blockchain, distributed systems, or cryptography concepts
  • Exposure to API design and RESTful services
  • Interest in cryptocurrency, digital assets, or decentralized technologies
  • Experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or containerization (Docker)
  • Understanding of agile development methodologies
  • Contributions to open-source projects or personal coding portfolio
  • Interest in progressing into senior development or architecture roles

About the company

Blockstream was founded in 2014 by Dr. Adam Back and a group of fellow cryptographers and engineers passionate about Bitcoin and its potential to change the future of finance. We have become a market leader in Bitcoin security and Layer-2 technologies. Our products are designed to make financial systems more efficient, secure, and robust.

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