Senior Software Engineer

Clear Street

New York, NY, United States
Base: $170,000 - $250,000; bonus/equity: competiti...
On-site
5+ years backend engineering experience
Python java go rust or node.js proficiency
Distributed systems and microservices architecture
Clear Street's mission is to give every sophisticated investor access to every asset through a unified platform built for speed, transparency and scale

Job Summary

  • Clear Street's mission is to give every sophisticated investor access to every asset through a unified platform built for speed, transparency and scale.
  • The role requires designing high-performance backend services that power trading platforms, payment systems, and digital asset infrastructure at the intersection of traditional finance and decentralized technologies.
  • Employees enjoy competitive compensation, company equity, 401k matching, gender neutral parental leave, and full medical, dental and vision insurance in an office environment requiring 4 days per week.

Matching Summary

Clear Street's mission is to give every sophisticated investor access to every asset through a unified platform built for speed, transparency and scale.

Salary

Base: $170,000 - $250,000; Bonus/Equity: Competitive compensation packages including company equity; Benefits: 401k matching, gender neutral parental leave, full medical, dental and vision insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years backend engineering experience
  • Python Java Go Rust or Node.js proficiency
  • Distributed systems and microservices architecture
  • Relational and NoSQL database experience
  • Experience with defi services

Nice-to-have

  • Crypto custody solution integration experience
  • Knowledge of KYC AML compliance frameworks
  • Message queues and streaming systems expertise
  • High-frequency or low-latency system background
  • Strong work ethic and creativity

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years production backend engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience with defi services
  • Familiarity with financial trading and payment systems
  • Cloud platform experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

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