Software Engineer

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.

What makes us different?

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.

Before you apply, please read the  Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account  here .

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 .

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

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The Team

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Desktop team developing and enhancing  Kraken Desktop , the premier electronic trading platform. This role involves designing, implementing and maintaining features that deliver the best trading experience out there. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in desktop application development and a passion for cryptocurrencies.

The team is located globally and works using Rust and the  Iced framework .

The Opportunity

• Develop and maintain core framework and key software components for the Kraken Desktop platform using Rust

• Identify and resolve bugs and optimize application performance

• Build highly performant and scalable code capable of handling heavy transaction volume

• Write reusable, testable and efficient code

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to product roadmap accomplishments

Skills You Should HODL

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering

• Experience with Rust

• Proactive mindset with the ability to prioritize and take ownership of large features

• Able to work with a team spanning multiple time zones and comfortable with written and asynchronous communication

• Passion for solving complex engineering problems

• Obsession with performance and building beautiful type systems

• Experience building desktop applications and/or familiarity with the Iced framework is a plus

This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.

Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws. 

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