Location: Remote (Global)

Apply: Please submit your resume, and a brief explanation of why you would be a good fit for Squid to koda@squidrouter.com.

About Squid

Squid lets you buy, swap, send and manage crypto across 80+ chains. Through our flagship swap app and developer tools, we're creating the nicest place in crypto - powering major DeFi protocols and wallets that have helped us process over $3.5B in volume since launching in 2023. We're building the fastest and cheapest way to access tokens across chains, all while maintaining the highest possible level of security and decentralisation.

Job Description:

We are seeking an Backend and Data Engineer with existing experience in crypto applications. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and data pipelines, working at the intersection of blockchain, microservices, and event-driven architectures. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions to support backend infrastructure, front end applications and a data warehouse

Key Experience:

• Backend Engineering:

  • Architect, build, and maintain microservices using Node.js, Redis, Docker, and Kubernetes

  • Ensure high availability and scalability of services in a dynamic environment

  • Implement robust data storage solutions with MongoDB, and SQL databases

  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Digital Ocean

• Data Engineering:

  • Design and develop event-driven data pipelines to handle real-time data processing

  • Collaborate with data teams to ensure data integrity, performance, and reliability

  • ETL Pipelines into a data warehouse

• Technical Leadership:

  • Participate in code reviews, contribute to best practices, and drive innovation

Must-Have Experience:

• Crypto Expertise:

  • Hands-on experience using or working on crypto applications, including usage on both centralised exchanges and decentralised apps

• Backend Engineering:

  • Strong experience with Kubernetes, Node.js, Docker, microservices architecture, and MongoDB

• Data Engineering:

  • Proven ability to design and implement data pipelines and event driven systems

Nice-to-Have Experience:

• Block explorers like Etherscan or Mintscan

• Cross-chain crypto applications or bridges

• Decentralised infrastructure.

• Data warehousing and data modelling experience

• DBT, Python

• Exposure to smart contract development using Solidity, Rust, Cosmwasm, or Move

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology and innovation

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible work hours & remote work

• A dynamic and inclusive work culture

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

• The chance to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving crypto space