Senior Software Engineer @ OpenSea

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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Posted on 7/19/2023

OpenSea

501-1,000 employees

Largest NFT marketplace

Venture Capital

Crypto & Web3

Senior

United States

Required Skills

Python

Postgres

Blockchain

Elasticsearch

Responsibilities

Build out well-tested backend systems for serving our core marketplace features
Shepherd products from designs and specifications to live deployments
Scale OpenSea across multiple blockchains and core protocols

Desired Qualifications

4+ years of professional experience building scalable backend systems
Drive and ambition to lead the development of a brand new platform
An ability to write high quality, well tested code
Potential to grow into a leadership position as the team expands
Fluency in Python
A passion or growing interest in decentralized technologies
An understanding of the basic mechanics of blockchain applications and dApps

OpenSea is the first and largest marketplace for NFTs, offering a diverse range of unique and verifiable digital assets backed by blockchain. We’re excited about building a platform that supports a brand new economy based on true digital ownership and are proud to be recognized as Y Combinator’s #3 ranked top private company.

When hiring, we look for candidates who can thrive in our culture of trust, feedback, and rapid growth. We believe that diversity and inclusivity are essential to our success, and we provide equal employment opportunities regardless of background or identity. Our opportunities support remote, hybrid, or onsite work at our offices in New York City, San Francisco, or Silicon Valley, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can do their best work and contribute to the growth of our platform.

We’re looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Software Engineer with an enthusiasm for building and scaling feature-rich, well-tested, and polished applications with modern technologies like GraphQL, Elasticsearch, and Postgres. This individual will spearhead core features of the OpenSea marketplace backend.

Responsibilities

Build out well-tested backend systems for serving our core marketplace features
Shepherd products from designs and specifications to live deployments
Scale OpenSea across multiple blockchains and core protocols

Desired Experience

4+ years of professional experience building scalable backend systems
Drive and ambition to lead the development of a brand new platform
An ability to write high quality, well tested code
Potential to grow into a leadership position as the team expands
Fluency in Python
A passion or growing interest in decentralized technologies
An understanding of the basic mechanics of blockchain applications and dApps

If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we’re looking for someone who is excited to join the team.

The base salary for this full-time position, which spans across multiple internal levels depending on qualifications, ranges between $160,000 to $305,000 plus benefits & equity.

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OpenSea's mission is to make digital collectibles available to anyone, through buying or selling these items through a smart contract. OpenSea is a peer-to-peer marketplace for cryptogoods, which include collectibles, gaming items, and other virtual goods backed by a blockchain.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$427.2M

Headquarters

New York, New York

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -10%

1 year growth

↓ -5%

2 year growth

↓ -6%

Benefits

Paid family leave - Whether you’re bonding with a new child or taking care of a family member, we understand you need this time off.

Health insurance - Your wellness is important. We've got you covered. Take care of yourself to come to work happy and healthy.

Flexible vacation policy - Sometimes we all need a break. Take one, take many. Just come back recharged and inspired.

Flexible hours - We know you have personal priorities to take care of. Take care of them and work on your own hours; we’re flexible.

Work from home - Avoid long commutes in and out of the office. Instead, work in the comfort of your own home and set-up.

Workshops & conferences - Attend relevant workshops and conferences to grow and develop. It’s our priority.

Travel & company retreats - As an international team, we take the time to meet up for company retreats.

Game nights - Once a month, we set work aside and play a game or two to bond as a team.

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