Software Engineer - Rust - Backend

About the Role\nJoin our world-class, fully remote team as a Software Engineer specializing in Rust backend development. You will play a crucial role in building and enhancing the secure, high-performance consumer-facing services that power the future of crypto at Kraken.\n\n### Responsibilities\n- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure backend services using Rust.\n- Implement and optimize critical components for Kraken's consumer platforms, ensuring high availability and performance.\n- Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver innovative features.\n- Participate in code reviews, contribute to architectural discussions, and uphold high engineering standards.\n- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a fast-paced, distributed environment.\n\n### Requirements\n- Proven experience in backend software development with strong proficiency in Rust.\n- Solid understanding of distributed systems, concurrency, and performance optimization.\n- Experience building and maintaining consumer-facing applications or high-traffic services.\n- Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and API design principles.\n- Strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable code.\n- Ability to thrive in a fully remote, asynchronous work environment.\n- Passion for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology is a significant plus.\n\n### About Kraken\nKraken is a mission-focused company dedicated to accelerating the global adoption of crypto to achieve financial freedom and inclusion. As a Krakenite, you'll join a team of industry pioneers in over 70 countries, united by a desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. We are committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support.