Senior Software Engineer - Prime Trade

BitGo, the leading infrastructure provider in the digital asset space since 2013, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Prime Trade team in New York. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency, building robust backend services that power trading and financial services.

The position requires strong expertise in backend development, particularly with TypeScript/Node.js and SQL databases. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing APIs, libraries, and services that support critical financial operations including clearing, settlement, digital asset lending, and trading. The role demands someone who can take ownership of features from conception to deployment while maintaining high standards of code quality and system reliability.

As a senior engineer, you'll have the opportunity to mentor peers and contribute to the technical direction of the team. The position offers competitive compensation ($165,000 - $210,000 base salary) plus equity and comprehensive benefits, including full health coverage for employees and dependents, 401k matching, and various perks.

BitGo handles a significant portion of Bitcoin network transactions and is the largest independent digital asset custodian in the world. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge financial technology while helping to transform the digital asset industry. The position requires full-time presence in the New York office, fostering strong team collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of backend development experience, strong algorithmic thinking, and expertise in modern development practices. Knowledge of financial services or digital assets is a plus, but the most important qualities are technical excellence, problem-solving ability, and alignment with BitGo's values of ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication.