Backend Software Engineer - Mercoin

Mercari, Inc.Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

On-site Full-time

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To excel in this role, candidates should possess:Proficiency in Japanese. Experience with Go programming language. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, particularly Google Cloud Platform. Understanding of microservices architecture and performance tuning. A collaborative mindset and a passion for product development.

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About the Role

Employment Type: Full-time
Work Style: Flexible working hours (no core time)
Location: Roppongi, Minato City

For more details, visit our career site at Job Listings.

About Mercari Group

We aim to circulate all forms of value and expand opportunities for everyone.

Founded in 2013 by Shintaro Yamada, Mercari was born from a desire to create a richer society in light of the Earth's limited resources. We believe in enhancing everyone’s potential by facilitating the exchange of value beyond just physical goods and money.

Through the power of technology, we connect people around the globe and strive to create a world where everyone's potential is realized. For insights into our company culture, refer to the Mercari Culture Document.

Team and Mission

Our engineering principles define our shared beliefs and actions, reinforcing Mercari's mission, values, and culture from an engineering perspective.
Join us in our mission to innovate in the cryptocurrency space, enhancing user experiences and financial services.

Responsibilities

Develop and operate Bitcoin trading services.
Create web applications and APIs using Go.
Design interfaces for microservices using Protocol Buffers and gRPC.
Analyze user behavior through quantitative and qualitative measures to improve services.
Architect application requirements and select middleware.
Tune performance and monitor microservices.

Join us in shaping the future of digital finance!

About Mercari, Inc.

Mercari, Inc. is a leading e-commerce platform in Japan, committed to connecting people and facilitating commerce through innovative technology. Our mission is to enhance the exchange of value in society, fostering a more sustainable economy.

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Full-time|On-site|Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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