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# Software Engineer - Frontend

- **Company:** kraken
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Payment Systems, Fault Tolerance, Financial Software, Design of User Interfaces, Blockchain, Next.js, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, TypeScript, WebSocket, ReactJS, Delivery Pipeline, React Native, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs
- **Published:** May 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1e1957f03cef2de7

## About the Role

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

## Description

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


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