Full-Time

Engineering Manager

Go Network

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BitGo

BitGo

201-500 employees

Custodial and security services for digital assets

Crypto & Web3
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

CA$240k - CA$280kAnnually

+ Equity + Annual Performance Bonus

Senior, Expert

Toronto, ON, Canada

This role will require being full-time onsite at our Toronto office.

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Required Skills
Blockchain
Go

You match the following BitGo's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Work experience as a manager or similar senior-level position at an engineering department
  • 8+ years of professional experience as a software engineer, 2+ years in a managerial role leading engineers
  • Strong desire to automate where possible and build tooling for a more efficient workflow
  • Strong debugging skills and ability to grasp the interconnected nature of complex systems
  • Proven experience sourcing and hiring top engineering talent
  • Experience working in a cross-team environment, collaborating with and enabling other functions to drive broader departmental goals
  • A self-starter capable of adapting quickly and being decisive
  • Engineering degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of and strong interest in cryptocurrencies and blockchain
Responsibilities
  • Build, lead, and develop a team of talented and high-impact engineers, providing cultural, technical, and hands-on leadership
  • Grow the team and actively help shape the culture of open communication, craftsmanship, and ownership
  • Take direct responsibility for quality and delivery of the team’s work
  • Own all technology and services that power BitGo Prime, including trading, lending, settlement and more
  • Act as a strong, positive bridge between engineering teams and product operations, support, compliance, and business stakeholders
  • Own, drive, and be accountable to KPIs pertaining to efficiency of internal operations, aspects of client experience, and service uptime
  • Facilitate thorough documentation and knowledge sharing
  • Collaborate with management and product teams to plan, estimate, and prioritize roadmap objectives
  • Align the team to broader company objectives and client expectations
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with NodeJS, TypeScript, Go, Postgres, React and Kafka
  • Experience with microservices and service-oriented architectures
  • Experience with large-scale, real-time, and distributed applications
  • Familiarity with Containers and Kubernetes
  • Understanding of and experience working in the financial industry
  • Familiarity with any of the following: digital wallets, clearing and settlement, lending, trading, accounting systems, etc.

BitGo provides secure and efficient solutions for institutional clients in the digital currency market, focusing on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The company offers custodial services to securely store digital assets, multi-signature wallets that require multiple approvals for transactions, and APIs that allow clients to integrate these services into their platforms. Additionally, BitGo provides staking services, enabling clients to earn rewards by validating transactions on blockchain networks. Unlike many competitors, BitGo emphasizes compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the FATF Travel Rule, ensuring that clients can navigate the complexities of the digital currency market safely. The goal of BitGo is to support institutional investors by offering reliable and compliant services that enhance the security and management of digital assets.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$165.9M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in crypto trading by mainstream firms could boost BitGo's client base.
  • Partnerships in diverse sectors may open new revenue streams for BitGo.
  • Nuvei's collaboration could enhance BitGo's visibility in the Latin American market.

What critics are saying

  • E-Trade's entry into crypto trading could increase competition for BitGo.
  • Cryptio's focus on traditional financial entities may threaten BitGo's client base.
  • FTX collaboration could expose BitGo to reputational risks if issues arise.

What makes BitGo unique

  • BitGo offers multi-signature wallets, enhancing security for institutional clients.
  • The company provides powerful APIs for seamless integration into client platforms.
  • BitGo's strategic acquisitions have expanded its platform and service offerings.

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Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans

Catered lunches, fresh snacks, and gourmet coffee

Commuting made easy with company-paid Caltrain passes

Competitive compensation, stock options, and 401k plan

Computer equipment and workplace furniture

Flexible vacation time