OKX Looking for Software Engineer, New Grad at San Jose, CA Full Time

Who We Are

OKX is revolutionising world systems through our cutting-edge digital asset exchange, Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems. We are deeply committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent and accessible society through blockchain technology and to date, we have 50+ million users, 3000+ employees and 180+ countries believing in the same vision as us. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. As strong supporters of the Arts and Sports, we are proud partners of @McLarenF1 @ManCity @Tribeca.

Hiring Teams

• Backend: Our mission is to provide the best crypto trading experience in the world for our customers. We are focused on building a platform that can handle all complexities of money movement. This includes supporting different currencies, new payment methods, and integrating with banks globally to help our customers buy and sell their crypto assets seamlessly and flawlessly.
• Machine Learning: We apply state of the art AI/ML technology to resolve fraud/scam/trust issues, conduct research and development, and build machine learning models to detect and control complex fraud attacks.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Develop infrastructure to enhance and maintain systems that ensure high availability, scalability, and security for our platforms, supporting a seamless experience for users worldwide.
• Blockchain: Development and maintenance of our innovative platform, catering to a diverse range of users engaged in either Defi trading, smart contracts, blockchain analysis, NFT, secure wallet solutions, explorer, earn, onchain AML etc.

About OKX Graduate Program (Supernova)

The Supernova Program is a 3-year Career Accelerator Program that aims to fast-track, high performing graduates into technical experts and future leaders mainly in the fields of Product Engineering, Product Management, and Product Design. We firmly believe in the power of the new era. Join us to achieve your narrative around crypto.

As a graduate Software Engineer, you will build and maintain the OKX platform with millions of daily active users. You will work cross-functionally with design, product, and other engineering teams to identify customer needs, and ship high-quality new features through fast iterations. This is an opportunity to learn the full life cycle of crypto platforms including pro/retail trading, asset management, and wallet.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be part of the global engineering team to design and develop cutting-edge crypto-linked products on the platform. Deliver customized solutions with performance, scalability and continuous integration in mind while maintaining overall architecture consistency.
• Be a problem solver to build high availability, high performance distributed service. Strive for optimization and maximize user satisfaction in a time-critical manner.
• Partner closely with Design, Product and Marketing teams, drive rapid innovation by turning design ideas into quality features that scale to millions of users. Communicate effectively to peers, cross-functions and leadership on project deliverables.
• Stay on top of industry trends, and evaluate new solutions to address our unique and fast-growing business needs. Prototype ideas quickly using cutting edge technologies.
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation. Uphold technology best practices and code reviews with peers. Improve efficiency in cross-office/time zone collaboration.

What We Look For In You

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, related technical disciplines, or self-taught enthusiasts
• Possess relevant tech stack skillset for the respective specialisation – Java/SpringBoot/SpringCloud, Python, Microservice/API development, JavaScript, React/Angular/Vue, HTML5/CSS3, Kotlin/Objective-C/Swift, relational databases, data structures and algorithms.
• Passionate about the latest technology. Curious to learn all aspects of trading products in financial and crypto markets, including spot, future, swap, options, and structured products.
• Analytical with positive problem-solving mindset, A pro-active team player that embodies a growth mindset, flexible and comfortable in navigating ambiguity with a global mindset
• Experience in practicing automated testing and continuous integration

Nice to Haves

• Experience in internship/ freelance projects, designed and developed micro-service programs, or capability for cross-browser development.
• Comfortable with the cloud-based Linux environment. Knowledgeable in multi-threading and distributed architecture. Understanding of mainstream messaging frameworks including Kafka. Or familiar with daily developing tools such as npm, gulp, webpack, git, etc.
• Interested in equipping themselves to be full-stack architects and open to rotate amongst specialisation. Curious and excited in crypto/ block chain industry.

Early in the application process, we will be collecting your specialization preference(s). This will be taken into consideration during the interview process to align your skills and interests, where possible. We encourage you to remain open to different parts of the platform. This is particularly beneficial towards your self-development in overall architecture in the long term.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees’ growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events

OKX Statement

The salary range for this position is $125,000-$155,000. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via OKX internal or external careers site.

OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.