Software Engineer

Job summary

The Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain back-end services and APIs to power the company's cryptocurrency OTC operations. Responsibilities include implementing new features, optimizing system performance, and collaborating with product teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Job details

Company Description EraTree is a non-custodial cryptocurrency OTC desk specializing in seamless conversion of large transactions between crypto and fiat currencies. The company focuses on secure, compliant, and efficient trade execution for institutional and high-net-worth clients. By operating as a non-custodial service, EraTree enables clients to retain control of their assets while accessing deep liquidity. Team members collaborate in a fast-paced environment at the intersection of finance and technology, contributing to tools and systems that support high-volume digital asset transactions. Role Description This full-time Software Engineer role is a hybrid position based in Vancouver, BC, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week. The Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain back-end services and APIs that power EraTree’s operations. Daily responsibilities include implementing new features, optimizing system performance, and ensuring reliability and security of trading systems and supporting tools. The role involves collaborating with product and operations teams to understand business requirements, translating them into technical solutions, and participating in code reviews and testing. The Software Engineer will also help improve development processes, contribute to documentation, and support production systems as needed. Qualifications Preference for candidates who have previously worked in financial technology or contributed to financial institution software engineering. Proficiency in Software Development and Programming, with experience taking features from design through implementation and deployment. Strong foundation in Computer Science concepts, including data structures, network security, load balancing, algorithms, and architecture. Hands-on experience in Back-End Web Development, building APIs and services with modern frameworks and databases. Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and best practices. Experience with distributed systems, microservices, or high-availability architectures is an asset. Familiarity with cryptocurrency, financial trading systems, or fintech platforms is beneficial. Comfort with version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing. Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid team environment. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

What you’ll do

The Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain back-end services and APIs to power the company's cryptocurrency OTC operations. Responsibilities include implementing new features, optimizing system performance, and collaborating with product teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Requirements

Candidates should have a strong foundation in computer science and proficiency in back-end development, preferably with experience in fintech or financial institutions. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, is required.

Listed skills

• CI/CD · Preferred
• Automated testing · Preferred
• Git · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Back-End Web Development
• API Design
• Software Development
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Distributed Systems
• Microservices
• Git
• CI/CD
• Automated Testing
• Network Security
• Load Balancing
• Data Structures
• Algorithms
• Software Architecture
• Financial Technology
• Cryptocurrency

Job areas

• Software
• Engineering
• Technology
• Finance & Accounting