Senior Backend Software Engineer - Hut 8
Miami, FL
About the Job
ABOUT HUT 8
Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world's largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you're an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you've come to the right place.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to spearhead the development of a new platform within the Hut 8 ecosystem. This role involves designing, developing, and architecting the backend infrastructure from the ground up. As our inaugural backend hire on this project, you will make pivotal decisions that will influence the long-term scalability and performance of the platform. This means having opinions on tech stack and implementation strategies, with the information and knowledge to back up your opinions.
This position offers the dynamism of a startup environment within the stability of an established company. It requires an entrepreneurial mindset and the capability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will work closely with a compact, interdisciplinary team, necessitating superb communication skills to align development efforts and meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications using Python, with frameworks such as Django or FastAPI.
- Design, implement, and manage robust PostgreSQL databases, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
- Develop and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures to facilitate efficient data retrieval and manipulation, supporting critical backend services and user-facing functionalities.
- Collaborate with Product, Design, Operations, and Corporate Development teams to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and scalable architectures.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other engineers.
- Optimize application performance and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure a high standard of reliability and functionality.
- Participate in on-call shifts as necessary.
- Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and prevent vulnerabilities.
- Demonstrate ambition, drive, and the work ethic necessary to succeed in a startup-like environment within a large company.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer, with a strong focus on Backend Development.
- Strong proficiency in database design, development, and optimization with PostgreSQL.
- Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, and Cloud Functions.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of working effectively in dynamic team environments.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and business needs, with a drive to take on new challenges.
Nice To Haves:
- Experience scaling backend systems to thousands of users.
- A keen interest in cryptocurrencies and bitcoin mining.
- Background in startup environments and familiarity with bootstrap development.
- Experience in data accumulation and analytics.
- Experience in developing consumer facing products.
ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role is remote or in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.
At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:
▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting
▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government
▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure
