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Senior Software Engineer - Rust - Consumer
BackendRemote — Poland
Published on 2026-09-28
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About this role
The role involves leading the technical direction for consumer applications at Kraken, focusing on delivering exceptional user experiences. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will own backend services, mentor team members, and drive cross-team projects in the cryptocurrency space.
About the company
Kraken is a leading cryptocurrency exchange that provides a platform for buying, selling, and trading a diverse range of digital assets. The company focuses on compliance, security, and innovative financial solutions to serve both individual and institutional clients.
The team
Consumer team
Stack
RustAsynchronous codeDistributed systemsRPC protocolsKafkaEvent-driven architectures
What you'll do
- Own architecture and delivery of backend services for consumer applications
- Break down complex problems into manageable tasks
- Manage features end-to-end across backend/frontend boundaries
- Shape product roadmaps with engineering insights
- Drive cross-team initiatives and alignment
- Mentor mid-level engineers and set standards for the team
- Leverage AI tools to enhance development
What we're looking for
- 6+ years of backend engineering experience
- Deep Rust proficiency across network services
- Proven track record in owning production systems
- Experience with product engineering and customer experience
- Ability to drive work across teams
- AI-assisted development experience
- Ownership mindset and collaborative spirit
Nice to have
- Full-stack experience including React/TypeScript
- Knowledge of cryptocurrency or blockchain
- Experience in consumer-focused technology companies
- Expertise in introducing AI tools to teams