Software Engineer - Frontend

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our growing Payments & Blockchain team to be focused on our payments systems. The Payments & Blockchain team is responsible for the first and last mile of every dollar (digital or fiat) that goes in or out of Kraken.

Join our Payments team to help integrate Kraken's systems with an ever-expanding universe of payment providers.

As a member of this team, your focus is on protecting client funds. You will be responsible for building systems that communicate with various blockchains to enable the timely processing of client transactions, while also ensuring the safety and security of all funds on the exchange.

The opportunity

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality payment processing systems using React.js and other relevant technologies

Build and refine seamless transaction experiences that optimize fund transfers for speed, security, and reliability

Ensure an efficient and intuitive onboarding experience for users interacting with payment systems, reducing friction and improving trust

Develop innovative features that enhance engagement, retention, and loyalty within the payments ecosystem

Set the standard for high-quality, secure code and lead the development of complex financial software systems

Influence technical decisions, contribute to strategy discussions, and shape product/domain decisions with a deep understanding of financial systems and security best practices

Mentor engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and drive process improvements in financial software development

Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant financial systems, ensuring compliance and security best practices

Do you have experience in UX?, 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on web and mobile s

Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and proficiency with React and React Native frameworks

Experience with Next.js, RESTful APIs and WebSockets

Experience with frontend testing frameworks

Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tooling

Strong understanding of UI/UX best practices and principles

Experience within a large technology organization or fast growing startup

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Nice to haves

Knowledge of the cryptocurrency industry and blockchain technology

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. What makes us different? Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you'll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken's focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world. Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here. As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures. Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!