Senior Software Engineer, Backend

About Binance.US: 

Binance.US is America’s home to buy, trade, and earn digital assets. As a licensed and regulated U.S. crypto platform, we provide secure, reliable access to more than 190 of the world’s most popular cryptocurrencies, all with some of the lowest fees in the industry. We’re a remote-first team of innovators building the bridge between traditional finance and Web3, helping bring financial freedom within reach for all. To learn more, visit www.binance.us. All roles supporting Binance.US are employed via BAM Management US Holdings Inc. or BAM Management Canada Holdings Inc.

About This Role:

The Senior Software Engineer, Backend is part of the Engineering team and reports to our Engineering Manager. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining backend services that power Binance.US products. You will leverage your expertise in Java and distributed systems while collaborating with teams across product, security, compliance, and infrastructure to deliver scalable, secure, and performant solutions. This role also offers the opportunity to work on blockchain-related integrations, making it ideal for engineers interested in expanding their experience in crypto and decentralized technologies.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain high-throughput backend services and APIs in Java.

• Drive architecture discussions to enhance system scalability, resiliency, and performance.

• Prioritize security and compliance as core aspects of service design and delivery.

• Collaborate with product, security, DevOps, and compliance teams on cross-functional initiatives.

• Mentor engineers and lead by example with high engineering standards and best practices.

• Research and prototype blockchain integration opportunities (e.g., node syncing, client tooling).

• Advocate for maintainable, modern infrastructure informed by industry best practices.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

• ~8 years of professional software engineering experience, or ~6 with an advanced degree.

• Strong proficiency in Java and experience with modern frameworks and distributed systems.

• Experience with performance optimization (e.g., low-latency systems, microservices).

• Knowledge of security and compliance best practices in financial or regulated contexts.

• Interest or hands-on experience in blockchain, crypto infrastructure, or decentralized systems.

• Strong collaboration and mentorship skills in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.

Salary:

The starting pay range for this role is between USD$200,000 - $220,000 for all U.S. remote locations. The actual base pay will vary, and is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skill sets, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change.

Our Mission:
At Binance.US, our mission is to create a more inclusive financial system through Web3 technologies. As a U.S. regulated crypto platform, we’re committed to earning trust through compliance and empowering people to do more with their money, bringing financial freedom within reach for all.

Our Values:
Our values shape how we work, make decisions, and support our users every day:

• Act with Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

• Be Collaborative: We work together with respect and transparency to achieve shared goals.

• Customers First: We listen to, advocate for, and prioritize our users in every decision we make.

• Do the Work: We take ownership, follow through, and deliver results that move the mission forward.

• Embrace Change: We stay adaptable and curious, thriving in a fast moving industry.

Our Benefits:

We believe in supporting our people with flexibility, balance, and opportunities to grow. One of the ways we demonstrate this commitment is through our benefit offerings.

• Time & Family: Unlimited PTO (for salaried FTE roles); 12 weeks fully paid Parental Bonding Leave.

• Well-Being: Mental wellness benefits; free 1:1 virtual visits with a licensed mental wellness professional; comprehensive competitive health benefits.

• Remote-First Culture: Fully remote, cameras-on culture with work-from-home equipment reimbursements available to new hires.

• Professional & Financial Growth: Annual professional development budget; free 1:1 virtual visits with a career coach; 401k plan with employer match.

BAM Management US Holdings Inc. and BAM Management Canada Holdings Inc. are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practice laws. Our mission is to give our customers access to a broad array of digital assets, and we thrive because of the diverse and inclusive team that we are building. We do not discriminate against qualified employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

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We comply with Federal Transparency in Coverage regulations by providing a link to machine readable files related to the health plans offered to our employees. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data including negotiated service rates, and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers.