Senior Software Engineer - Frontend - Pro

Building the Future of Crypto. 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. 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. 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.

### Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications using React. - Set the standard for high-quality code and lead complex software systems development. - Significantly influence technical decisions and contribute to technical strategy discussions. - Shape product/domain decisions with an expert understanding of engineering best practices. - Mentor junior and senior engineers, providing constructive feedback. - Master multiple technologies and stay ahead of the curve with new tools and trends. - Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant systems. - Lead and collaborate on complex initiatives and drive process improvements.

### Qualifications - 6+ years of experience in software development with a focus on web applications. - Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and proficiency with React ecosystem. - Strong experience of API design, security, and performance optimization. - Experience with Next.js 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. - Hands-on experience in consumer payments, crypto or fintech mobile applications. - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Kraken (legally Payward, Inc.) is a US-based cryptocurrency exchange that facilitates trading of cryptocurrencies, stocks, futures, and ETFs in most US states. It serves over 10 million clients worldwide with $207 billion in quarterly trading volume and has expanded to tokenized equities for non-US customers.