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CoinDesk is the most trusted media events indices and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013 CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our awardwinning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency comprehension and context. CoinDesk Events gathers the global crypto blockchain and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus the worlds largest and longestrunning crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices data and research to educate and empower investors. For more information on CoinDesk media and events please visithttp://coindesk coindeskand for breaking headlines data and indices visithttp://coindeskmarkets coindeskmarkets
In November 2023 CoinDesk was acquired by the Bullish group owner of Bullish a regulated digital assets exchange. For more information on Bullish please visit https://bullish. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence.
Reports to:
Director Engineering CoinDeskWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer to join our index team. In this role you will take ownership of designing building and maintaining cuttingedge solutions for cryptocurrency market data. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy scalability and reliability of our index calculation engines while working closely with product and crossfunctional teams to deliver impactful features.
Please note this role will be onsite in the London office.
Key Responsibilities
Develop New Index Calculation Engines: Collaborate with stakeholders to implement robust highperformance calculation engines based on detailed methodology specifications.
Maintain and Enhance Existing Solutions: Improve the efficiency reliability and scalability of our current index calculation systems while providing ongoing support.
Handle RealTime Streaming Data: Build and optimize systems to process analyze and utilize highvolume realtime market data streams.
EndtoEnd Development: Working closely with product teams to conceptualize design and deliver solutions that meet business objectives from initial ideation to final implementation and beyond.
Key Requirements
Solid experience in backend service/API development and handson with in a backend JavaScript role.
Proven track record in:
Architecting complex and scalable solutions.
Working with Unixbased systems for development and deployment.
Using SQL databases for structured data handling and querying.
Utilizing NoSQL databases for scalable unstructured data solutions.
Strong DevSecOps mindset with a focus on endtoend delivery including secure coding practices CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment demonstrable through prior projects.
Deep understanding and practical experience in writing unit integration and endtoend tests to ensure reliability accuracy and performance of applications.
Fluent in English both verbal and written with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
Nice to have
Experience designing and implementing scalable solutions to handle highthroughput systems.
Handson experience with Redis and/or PostgreSQL.
Strong mathematical background or knowledge particularly in numerical computations and algorithms is a significant advantage.
A degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent professional experience in a technical discipline.
Genuine interest or prior experience in traditional financial markets or the cryptocurrency industry
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
In an effort to attract retain develop and promote the most qualified individuals CoinDesk is committed to treating all applicants and employees in a nondiscriminatory manner with respect to the terms and conditions of employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex national or ethnic origin ancestry age marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status/service physical or mental disability or any other classification protected by applicable law. This mandate governs all aspects of employment including recruitment selection promotion training education social and recreation programs compensation discipline termination and access to benefits.
For more information on our DEI initiatives please visit: is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application process please send an email toand let us know the nature of your request.
Please note that only a member of CoinDesks Talent Acquisition team will reach out to you directly from an@ @ in regards to any and all opportunities at CoinDesk. Disregard emails from any other addresses or persons. If youre selected to move onto the next phase of our hiring process a member of our team will reach out to guide you through our interview process. We look forward to connecting!
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
