Staff Backend Engineer

OpenSea, the leading gateway to web3's ecosystem, is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to drive the evolution of their infrastructure. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable, event-driven systems that will process billions in transaction volume. The position offers a competitive salary range of $190,000 to $345,000, plus comprehensive benefits and equity.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of software engineering experience, with deep expertise in event-driven architectures and JVM languages. You'll be instrumental in shaping OpenSea's next-generation architecture, implementing highly performant blockchain indexing systems, and developing robust API endpoints. The role demands strong technical vision and the ability to mentor team members while maintaining architectural excellence.

OpenSea offers an exceptional work environment with a remote-first culture and AI-empowered approach. The company provides comprehensive benefits including full medical coverage, flexible time off, parental leave, mental health support, and various lifestyle perks. This is an opportunity to join a talent-dense team at the forefront of the crypto space, working on infrastructure that supports millions of users and shapes the future of digital asset exchange.

As a Staff Backend Engineer, you'll be challenged to grow rapidly while contributing to meaningful work that sets new standards in the NFT and crypto space. The role combines technical excellence with leadership, making it ideal for engineers passionate about blockchain technology and digital ownership who want to make a significant impact in the web3 ecosystem.