Tech Jobs: Frontend Engineer

BitMEX stands as the foremost cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform worldwide, renowned for its unwavering dedication to innovation, liquidity, and security in the cryptocurrency market. It has been at the forefront of cryptocurrency trading, shaping the industry’s evolution and maintaining a strong position in these aspects to this day.

As the most advanced peer-to-peer platform and API for crypto product trading globally, BitMEX empowers hundreds of thousands of traders with knowledge, confidence, and precision, facilitating daily transactions amounting to billions of USD.

Our History

BitMEX took an early lead in the cryptocurrency derivatives exchange landscape, established to meet the specific needs of institutional and professional traders. We introduced the groundbreaking Perpetual Swap, a landmark crypto trading product. Notably, we remain the sole major global exchange continuously pioneering new cryptocurrency derivative products, such as our recent addition, the ETH Staking Swap.

On BitMEX, users can engage in cryptocurrency derivatives trading on a professional platform known for its low latency, robust liquidity, and constant accessibility. Since 2014, our vigilant security measures have ensured that no cryptocurrency has been compromised through intrusion or hacking, assuring users of the safety of their funds. Additionally, we offer support for spot trading and the purchase and conversion of cryptocurrency, with a diverse range of 45+ derivatives contracts, 11 spot trading pairs, and the flexibility for users to convert over 30 cryptocurrencies.

Join Us

We are actively seeking individuals who possess determination, responsibility, and a collaborative spirit to become part of the BitMEX team. Our core values prioritize attention to detail, speed, and simplicity. As a global business operating a 24/7 exchange, we value independence, adaptability, and a commitment to work-life integration.

For more information about BitMEX, our company initiatives, and our product offerings, please visit the BitMEX Blog or our official website at www.bitmex.com. You can also stay updated by following us on LinkedIn, Discord, Telegram, and Twitter.

Job Summary

In the role of Senior React Engineer at BitMEX, you will be an experienced engineer responsible for designing and implementing high-performance, real-time web applications using React.JS. BitMEX’s platform is meticulously optimized for speed and responsiveness. To excel in this position, you should either have prior experience working on a trading platform or be a user of derivatives exchanges like BitMEX or its competitors. You should also possess a strong interest in the Bitcoin industry and hold significant professional expertise in React, along with a genuine passion for advancing your engineering skills within this platform.

Key Responsibilities

Your main duties will encompass:

1. Developing the BitMEX Web Frontend and React Native components.
2. Working independently and collaborating across teams and various skill sets to deliver products to end users.
3. Participating in new feature design and implementation, bug fixing, and fine-tuning for optimal performance.
4. Close collaboration with the API and Engine teams to seamlessly integrate new features and innovative consumer-facing products.
5. Mentoring other engineers, sharing coding best practices, design principles, and fostering engineering excellence.
6. Exploring and assessing new stack components and architectural concepts as needed.
7. Regularly reviewing code to maintain code quality and consistency.

Requirements

The qualifications and skills we are looking for include:

1. Profound understanding of JavaScript and its performance characteristics.
2. Experience with NodeJS, React, and the Flux architecture.
3. Proficiency in Jest, Flow, Webpack, Make, and Sass is a valuable addition.
4. Proven experience in making complex, data-driven products accessible to end consumers.
5. Ability to work on multiple product concepts concurrently.
6. Familiarity with contemporary UX trends and a curiosity for emerging UX concepts, such as conversational UI.
7. Experience with trading derivatives products, preferably in the context of Bitcoin derivatives.
8. A deep understanding of Bitcoin’s value proposition and a willingness to receive compensation in Bitcoin.

Join us as we actively contribute to the development of a thriving cryptocurrency ecosystem through strategic investments in emerging cryptocurrency technologies, shaping the future of digital financial services.