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Backend Engineer – DeFi (Remote)Our client is a leading DeFi derivatives platform redefining how users trade on-chain derivatives. With deep liquidity, instant execution, and up to 25x leverage across 70+ markets, they’re building one of the most advanced decentralized trading experiences on Ethereum, powered by the Synthetix protocol on Optimism for low gas fees and high performance.As a backend engineer, you’ll play a critical role in building and scaling the systems that power their trading infrastructure. You’ll work on high-performance backend services, smart contract integrations, and on-chain transaction systems that drive one of the most ambitious products in DeFi.What you’ll do:Design and implement scalable, low-latency backend systems for trading, data processing, and risk managementCollaborate with frontend, product, and blockchain teams to deliver seamless platform functionalityDevelop APIs and backend architecture for reliable, high-speed trade executionMaintain top-tier standards of security, performance, and reliabilityMentor developers, conduct code reviews, and drive engineering best practicesWhat we’re looking for:4+ years of backend development experienceProven background building scalable, high-performance systems in trading, fintech, or DeFiStrong experience with Node.js, Go, Python, or similar backend languagesFamiliarity with technologies like MongoDB, Kafka, Redis, GCP, Kubernetes, and CI/CD toolsUnderstanding of microservices architecture and API designPassion for DeFi and building products you’d want to use yourselfNice to have:Experience with blockchain or smart contract integrationsUnderstanding of trading algorithms, derivatives, or risk management conceptsContributions to open-source DeFi or blockchain projectsWhy join:Competitive compensation (with the option for crypto payments)Unlimited paid leave and flexible, async remote workBi-annual in-person team retreats (all expenses covered)Fast-moving, high-impact environment in a rapidly growing DeFi sector