Backend Engineer - Remote Eligible

Backend Engineer

GetBlock is a leading RPC node provider and Web3 infrastructure platform trusted by devs worldwide. Since 2019, we have empowered crypto innovators with instant and reliable access to 75+ blockchains through robust production-ready APIs. Our team's deep blockchain expertise and passion for innovation drive us to build the infrastructure layer for the next generation of blockchain applications. At GetBlock, we move fast, think creatively, and deliver high-impact products. Our culture blends technical excellence with entrepreneurial spirit, making us a dynamic force in the Web3 space.

About the Role

We are looking for a Backend Engineer to join our core engineering team building the infrastructure that powers developers, dApps, and enterprises across 75+ blockchains. You will design and optimize high-performance backend services for blockchain RPC, API gateways, and developer tooling at scale. This role combines distributed systems engineering and Web3 protocol experience: you will be working with mission-critical services that serve billions of requests daily, with high reliability across multi-region deployments, and internal tooling that automates node orchestration, monitoring, and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services for blockchain RPC, indexing, and developer APIs.
• Ensure performance and reliability of multi-region, multi-cluster deployments.
• Implement fault-tolerant and autoscaling systems to handle high request throughput.
• Collaborate with DevOps on observability, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation, services and tools.
• Participate in incident response and contribute to post-mortems and reliability improvements, duties.
• Work cross-functionally with product and support teams to improve developer experience.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a backend or software engineer.
• Strong backend engineering background in Golang.
• Familiarity with Web3/DeFi (working with CEXs, DEXs, trading bots, lending protocols, bridges)
• Solid knowledge of databases (PostgreSQL, NoSQL databases).
• Experience in performance tuning and scaling high-load systems.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team.

Would Be a Plus

• Experience with Python, Typescript/Javascript, Rust or Solidity.
• Background in DevOps/SRE and automation.
• Contributions to open-source blockchain clients or infra tooling.
• Understanding of security best practices (auth, rate-limiting, DDoS protection).

Why GetBlock?

Be Part of Something Bigger

GetBlock builds infrastructure that makes blockchain faster and more accessible worldwide. Our goal is to lead the RPC solutions segment through innovation, flawless uptime, and a personalized approach to clients. We're growing alongside Web3 and invite you to join us!

Remote by Design

Join a fully distributed, international team working across time zones and continents. We believe great talent lives everywhere, and English is our shared language.

Trust over Control

No trackers, no micromanagement. We hire responsible, self-driven professionals who take ownership and make decisions with confidence.

Flexibility that Fits

We embrace the geographical and cultural diversity of our team, allowing you to choose your holiday days and coordinate your schedule with your manager.

Inclusive Corporate Culture

Monthly town halls, English-speaking clubs, and other corporate events to stay connected and foster team spirit, despite the distance.

Balanced Workload

We maintain a flexible work schedule with approximately 40 hours per week, based on an 8-hour workday. Hours can be adjusted within your department to suit personal preferences and team needs.

We Offer

• Competitive market rate salary with performance-based incentives.
• 20 days of annual leave, plus an additional 12 days off to use for your holidays or personal days.
• Well-being programs to support your health and balance.
• Coworking space compensation for a productive work environment.
• Paid sick leave to ensure you can rest when needed.
• A company that invests in your growth, with personalized roadmaps to guide your professional development.
• An actively growing company with great opportunities for both horizontal and vertical career development.
• Opportunity to shape the initiatives you're working on and make a real impact.