Staff Software Engineer | Crypto
Nubank · Miami, FL
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Miami, FL
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Job highlights
- Architect scalable crypto financial services.
- Lead global feature technical design.
- Manage high-availability crypto platforms.
- Mentor engineering teams on excellence.
- Optimize global money movement solutions.
About the role
About Us
Nubank was founded in 2013 to free people from a bureaucratic, slow and inefficient financial system. Since then, through innovative technology and outstanding customer service, the company has been redefining people's relationships with money across Latin America. With operations in Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, Nubank is today one of the largest digital banking platforms and technology-leading companies in the world. Nubank was listed on the NYSE in 2021 and was recently named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies. For more information, visit www.nu.com.br.
About The Role
Crypto is the engine behind our expansion to provide borderless, crypto-based financial services. We are building a world where any user can open an account to send and receive money globally without the friction of traditional banking.
You will join a high-impact team expanding Nubank’s security and scale into the crypto market. Whether focusing on our core brokerage platform or fast-paced product iteration, your work will directly enable millions of users to engage with digital assets safely. This role is for those eager to solve complex architectural tradeoffs and redefine the boundaries of global money.
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable systems for the Crypto department, ensuring robust integration between crypto brokerage and core banking.
- Lead the technical design of global features, managing complex tradeoffs between system performance and security.
- Manage assets under custody and brokerage platforms to ensure high availability for global crypto transactions.
- Partner with product teams to iterate on trading experiences, specifically tailored for high-engagement crypto profiles.
- Mentor and influence engineering teams across the organization to uphold high standards of technical excellence.
- Optimize global money movement solutions to provide free, real-time cross-border transactions for our users.
Required Qualifications
- Track record of leading technical architecture in Staff or Lead Engineer capacities within complex software environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in system design, with a focus on analyzing tradeoffs and long-term scalability.
- Experience in high-stakes industries such as FinTech, Payments, or Core Banking systems.
- Evidence of building and shipping high-throughput, distributed systems in a collaborative environment.
- Strong commitment to learning and implementing crypto-based technologies and blockchain fundamentals.
Nice to Have
- Prior experience in a crypto exchange or crypto-native company
- Practical experience with Solidity or smart contract development.
- Background in crypto trading or deep understanding of digital asset markets.
Location & Work Model
This role is based in Toronto, Canada; or Durham, Palo Alto, or Miami, USA, on a hybrid model (2x/week) at our local offices.
Diversity & Inclusion / Equal Opportunity
At Nubank, we believe that diversity is essential to building the best products and services. We are committed to creating a welcoming work environment that respects and values diversity in all its forms, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Key skills/competency
- Staff Software Engineer
- Crypto
- System Design
- Scalability
- Distributed Systems
- FinTech
- Blockchain
- High Availability
- Technical Leadership
- Cross-border Transactions
Skills & topics
- Staff Software Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Crypto
- Blockchain
- FinTech
- System Design
- Distributed Systems
- Scalability
- High Availability
- Technical Lead
- Full-time
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in crypto, FinTech, and distributed systems.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your Staff/Lead Engineer role in architecture and design.
- Demonstrate crypto knowledge: Mention any experience with blockchain or smart contracts.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss system design tradeoffs and scalability challenges.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Staff Software Engineer at Nubank's Crypto team?
- As a Staff Software Engineer on the Crypto team at Nubank, you'll be responsible for architecting scalable systems, leading technical design for global features, managing high-availability brokerage platforms, mentoring engineering teams, and optimizing cross-border money movement solutions.
- What are the required qualifications for this Staff Software Engineer role at Nubank?
- Required qualifications include a track record of leading technical architecture in Staff or Lead Engineer roles, expertise in system design with a focus on scalability, experience in FinTech or Core Banking, and a strong commitment to learning crypto technologies and blockchain fundamentals.
- Does Nubank encourage diversity and inclusion for the Staff Software Engineer position?
- Yes, Nubank is committed to creating a welcoming environment that values diversity and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply. They are an equal opportunity employer.
- What is the work model and location for the Staff Software Engineer in Crypto at Nubank?
- This role is offered on a hybrid model (2x/week in-office) and is based in Toronto, Canada; or Durham, Palo Alto, or Miami, USA.
- What programming languages or technologies are prioritized for this Staff Software Engineer role?
- While not explicitly stated, the role emphasizes system design, distributed systems, and crypto-based technologies. Experience with Solidity or smart contracts is a plus. A strong understanding of backend development and scalable architecture is crucial.
- How can I best prepare my resume for the Staff Software Engineer role at Nubank?
- Focus on quantifying your achievements in system architecture, leading complex software projects, and your experience in regulated industries like FinTech or banking. Highlight any contributions to high-throughput, distributed systems and your familiarity with blockchain fundamentals.
- What kind of interview questions can I expect for the Staff Software Engineer position at Nubank?
- Expect questions focused on system design, architectural trade-offs, scalability, distributed systems, and your experience in high-stakes industries. Behavioral questions will likely assess your leadership, mentoring abilities, and problem-solving skills in complex environments.
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