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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Special Projects

Posted on 6/25/2024

Circle

Circle

1,001-5,000 employees

Facilitates digital currency payments and services

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$147.5k - $195kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
FinTech Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)
Rust
Blockchain
Requirements
  • 4+ years of professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of proven experience in smart contract development on blockchain platforms
  • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for non-EVM smart contracts such as Rust, Go, or others
  • Proven experience in at least one prominent non-EVM blockchain ecosystem such as Cosmos or Solana
  • Demonstrated expertise in architecting, coding, testing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts
  • Strong focus on security best practices and experience in implementing security measures in smart contract development
  • Stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and technologies in blockchain development
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and data-driven analytical approach to overcoming challenges in smart contract development
  • Demonstrated capability to independently conduct research to resolve complex issues, devise innovative solutions
Responsibilities
  • Architect, code, test, and deploy smart contracts to ensure secure and seamless transactions
  • Enhance existing smart contracts to improve developer velocity, safety, and overall efficiency
  • Implement security best practices and performance optimization techniques
  • Conduct risk assessments related to smart contract development on different blockchain platforms, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies to enhance security and resilience

Circle is a financial technology firm that helps businesses use digital currencies and public blockchains for various financial activities, including payments and commerce. Their platform allows clients, ranging from small businesses to large corporations, to securely and efficiently conduct transactions using digital currencies. Circle stands out from its competitors by focusing on a wide range of clients and providing a comprehensive suite of financial services related to digital currency transactions. The company's goal is to empower businesses globally to take advantage of the benefits offered by digital currencies and blockchain technology.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-16%

1 year growth

-13%

2 year growth

-7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Achieving MiCA compliance and an EMI license from France positions Circle for significant growth and acceptance in the European market.
  • The partnership with Chainlink could drive institutional adoption of stablecoins, opening new revenue streams and enhancing Circle's market position.
  • Circle's focus on regulatory compliance and strategic partnerships may attract more developers and financial institutions to its platform, fostering innovation and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory changes and compliance costs in different jurisdictions could impact Circle's operational efficiency and profitability.
  • The competitive landscape of stablecoins is intense, with major players like Tether and Binance USD posing significant challenges.

What makes Circle unique

  • Circle's compliance with the EU's MiCA regulations and attainment of an EMI license from France sets it apart as a leader in regulatory adherence within the stablecoin market.
  • The strategic partnership with Chainlink to expand stablecoin utility for institutions highlights Circle's commitment to integrating stablecoins into mainstream financial systems.
  • Circle's dual offering of USDC and EURC stablecoins provides a diversified approach to stablecoin issuance, catering to both USD and Euro markets.

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Benefits

Paid time off - We offer flexible paid time off — take what you need as long as it works with you and your team, and all Circle employees get mobile phone and home office reimbursements.

Health coverage - No matter where you live, we offer a market competitive suite of benefits. Enroll in health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurances, and Circle covers some or all of the premiums.

Invested in your future - All U.S. full-time and part-time employees enjoy 401(k) and pensions (with 4% company match if you contribute 5% or more), and share Circle’s success via company equity awards.

Learning & development - Your individual growth and development is important to us and we provide the resources to help you grow your career while at Circle.

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