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Staff Software Engineer

Understanding Recruitment
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Staff Software Engineer (React) with a high-performance team at a stealth-mode startup focused on building a decentralised exchange (DEX).
  • The role offers a competitive salary of up to £200k base, along with tokens and equity, and requires 10+ years of frontend engineering experience, particularly with React.
  • This hybrid position involves working four days a week in a Central London office, contributing to both desktop and mobile trading interfaces.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong engineering fundamentals, be able to work independently, and ideally have knowledge of cryptocurrency.
  • This opportunity allows for significant impact on the development of a decentralised trading platform backed by £10 million in funding.

Staff Software Engineer (React) - High-Performance Team

Up to £200k base + tokens/Equity

Hybrid (4 days per week in Central London office)

We are excited to be working with an innovative, stealth-mode startup building a fully decentralised, gas-efficient exchange (DEX). They are looking for a Staff Software Engineer (Frontend) to join a small, high-impact team of 5-6 engineers and play a key role in architecting and developing their desktop and mobile trading interfaces, shaping the future of decentralised finance. With £10 million in funding secured, this position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the development of the first fully decentralised perpetuals DEX leveraging a Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) on an EVM-compatible chain.

With a strong focus on cutting-edge technology, they are committed to building a high-performance trading experience from the ground up. The team values innovation, transparency, and collaboration, fostering an environment where talented engineers can thrive. This is an opportunity to work alongside top engineers and directly impact the next generation of decentralised trading.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will:

  • Architect and implement desktop and mobile clients, including building frontend features and ensuring a responsive, reliable experience.
  • Integrate frontend applications with backend endpoints and real-time data streams.
  • Collaborate closely with Backend Engineers, Graphic Designers, and Product Designers to deliver a seamless end-to-end solution.
  • Mentor frontend team members on engineering best practices and development standards.

A great Staff Software Engineer will have:

  • 10+ years of frontend engineering experience (React)
  • Strong engineering fundamentals
  • Ability to take ownership and work independently
  • Comfortable with broad responsibilities in a lean team

Desired

  • Crypto knowledge

If you are a highly skilled React/React Native Developer looking for your next challenge, apply now for immediate consideration!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.