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We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer with strong backend engineering expertise in Node.js and hands-on experience working on Digital Assets, Custody, Tokenization, and Wealth Management platforms within Banking, Financial Services, or FinTech environments.

The ideal candidate should possess deep technical expertise in building scalable and secure backend systems and have exposure to blockchain technologies, Large Language Models (LLMs), and modern enterprise software engineering practices. The candidate will play a key role in designing and developing innovative digital products and data-driven solutions within enterprise banking and wealth management ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend applications using Node.js.
• Build and enhance enterprise-grade digital products and platforms related to Wealth Management and Digital Assets.
• Develop solutions for Custody, Tokenization, and Blockchain-based financial products and services.
• Design and implement high-performance APIs, microservices, and backend services.
• Collaborate with product, architecture, security, and engineering teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions.
• Participate in system architecture discussions and contribute to technology and design decisions.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security practices, unit testing, and technical documentation standards.
• Conduct technology research and benchmark modern engineering practices and emerging technologies.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and continuously improve system performance and reliability.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and engineering best practices across the organization.

Required Technical SkillsBackend Engineering

• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js.
• Experience building scalable backend systems and microservices architectures.
• Strong understanding of RESTful API development and enterprise application design.
• Experience working with modern software engineering principles and best practices.

Domain Expertise

Candidates should have hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Digital Assets
• Wealth Management Platforms
• Custody Solutions
• Tokenization Platforms
• Blockchain-based Financial Products
• Digital Banking Products
• Financial Services Platforms

Blockchain & Emerging Technologies

• Strong understanding of Blockchain technologies and architectures.
• Experience working on Tokenization initiatives or Digital Asset platforms.
• Exposure to Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-driven applications.
• Understanding of modern FinTech ecosystems and digital asset management solutions.

Functional Skills

• Experience working within Banking, Financial Services, or FinTech organizations in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices.
• Experience following coding standards, secure coding practices, and unit testing methodologies.
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of application and technical architecture principles.
• Ability to evaluate and benchmark technologies and recommend best-in-class engineering solutions.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Required Competencies

• Strong backend engineering and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional Agile teams.
• Strong ownership mindset with a focus on engineering quality and delivery excellence.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business and technology requirements.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Passion for emerging technologies within Digital Assets, Blockchain, and Wealth Management.

Preferred Domain Experience

• Banking
• Financial Services
• FinTech
• Wealth Management
• Digital Assets
• Blockchain Platforms
• Enterprise Digital Products
• Data & Analytics Platforms

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).

Mandatory Skills Checklist

• Node.js
• Digital Assets
• Wealth Management
• Custody Platforms
• Tokenization
• Blockchain Technologies
• LLM Exposure
• Banking / Financial Services / FinTech Domain
• Agile Methodology
• Secure Coding Practices
• Unit Testing & Documentation
• Enterprise Backend Engineering
• 7+ or 12+ Years of Experience