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Senior Backend Software Engineer

Clear StreetNew York, NY
On-site Full-time $170K/yr - $250K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates should possess: Proven experience in backend development, particularly within financial sectors. Hands-on experience with digital asset technologies. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Good understanding of blockchain technologies and APIs.

About the job

Clear Street develops technology that opens access to a wide range of assets for sophisticated investors in global markets. The company’s cloud-native platform is built for speed and transparency, supporting both institutional and modern investment needs. Clients use tools and services previously available only to major institutions, now adapted for today’s markets. The team combines experienced engineers and finance professionals to create essential solutions for the financial sector.

Engineers at Clear Street work on platforms that serve institutional clients and drive technical progress in finance. The team values collaboration, creativity, and a strong work ethic, supporting growth with modern technologies that have a direct impact on the industry.

Role overview

The Senior Backend Software Engineer role centers on building backend systems for financial applications, with a focus on digital assets. This position involves designing, developing, and supporting scalable backend services for trading platforms, payment systems, and digital asset infrastructure. The work blends traditional finance with decentralized technologies and calls for rigorous engineering in a rapidly changing environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Design and implement backend services and APIs for financial applications.
  • Build and maintain systems for trading, settlement, and asset custody, covering both fiat and cryptocurrency.
  • Integrate with blockchain networks such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, along with third-party financial APIs.
  • Ensure systems are reliable, secure, and scalable for high-throughput operations.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines to support efficient information flow.

More information about Clear Street is available at https://clearstreet.io.

About Clear Street

Clear Street is committed to democratizing access to financial markets. With a focus on speed, transparency, and scalability, we empower investors with the technology and resources they need to succeed in today's complex financial landscape.

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