Senior Frontend Engineer - React​/TypeScript Crypto Trading

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.

The Pro team is responsible for everything to do with the trading backend services such as the matching engine, market data gateways, internal and external APIs, and various other trading services. The team is located globally and responsibilities are split into sub-teams, working with various tech stacks. Our teams code in TS (React) and work agile around the globe. Recently, the team played a critical role in scaling Kraken's trading infrastructure.

• 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, contribute to technical strategy discussions, and shape product/domain decisions with an expert understanding of engineering best practices
• Mentor junior and senior engineers and provide 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, with a deep understanding of complex software development architecture and design patterns
• Lead and collaborate on complex initiatives, and drive feedback and growth across teams
• Drive process improvements and lead by example with advanced experience in multiple software development processes

• 6+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on web applications
• Deep understanding of JavaScript/Type Script and proficiency with React ecosystem
• Strong experience of API design, security, and performance optimization
• Experience with Next.js and Web Sockets
• Experience with frontend testing frameworks
• Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tooling
• Strong understanding of UI/UX best practices and principles
• Experience with in 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

Unless a specific Final date to receive applications is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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.

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.