Backend Engineer

Summary

Join Bastion's engineering team as a backend software engineer, where you will architect, build, and implement the company's technology strategy. Collaborate with a high-performing team to deliver innovative and reliable technology solutions, ensuring the scalability, security, and performance of Bastion's infrastructure. This pivotal role involves integrating with web3 technologies, meeting customer expectations, and staying updated on the latest backend and web3 development trends. The ideal candidate values team culture and prefers a hybrid or in-office working model in New York or San Francisco. You will be responsible for establishing a scalable tech architecture that supports current and future business needs. Success in this role requires a customer-centric mindset, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional engineering experience, startup experience a plus
• Expertise and strong coding abilities in core backend technologies, including but not limited to relevant languages (Go/Rust), databases, and cloud platforms
• Significant open-source contributions, reflecting your dedication to quality software and impactful work
• Mastery in designing resilient systems and APIs from scratch, emphasizing robust architecture and scalability

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and execute on our technology roadmap, transitioning from early-stage prototypes to scalable and resilient full-scale production backend services
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with best practices and the company's overarching strategy
• Integrate with web3 technologies and protocols, emphasizing secure connections, data flow, and adaptability to the evolving needs of the business and market trends
• Deliver technology solutions that consistently meet or exceed customer expectations, driving the company's growth and success
• Continuously stay updated with the latest trends in backend and web3 development, ensuring Bastion remains at the forefront of technological advancements
• Establish a scalable tech architecture that not only supports current business needs but also adapts to future market dynamics and customer demands

Preferred Qualifications

• Ownership and Proactivity: Demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability, combined with a forward-thinking approach and an unwavering motivation to excel in their designated role
• Customer-Centric Mindset: Proven track record of placing customers at the heart of all decisions, striving beyond satisfaction to truly impress and exceed expectations
• Detail-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring consistency and precision in every task
• Team Player with a Competitive Edge: Strong collaboration skills, understanding that success is achieved collectively
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Never settle for the status quo. Always looking for growth opportunities and new challenges, with a vision of powering the future of web3. Recognizes that the journey to excellence is ongoing and embraces the challenge
• Empathetic Insight: Demonstrated ability to understand and share the feelings of others, fostering genuine connections and promoting a supportive environment