Backend Engineer - Wallets (100% Remote)

Tether operates at the intersection of blockchain technology and global finance, developing infrastructure that connects digital assets across multiple chains. The company maintains USDT, the world's most widely-used stablecoin, trusted by hundreds of millions of users. Beyond core financial products, Tether has expanded into renewable energy solutions for Bitcoin mining, peer-to-peer communication platforms, and educational initiatives—all designed to democratize access to digital economy tools and infrastructure.

As a distributed organization, Tether brings together remote talent from around the world to solve complex problems in decentralized finance. The company has grown quickly while maintaining lean operations, establishing itself as a leader in blockchain infrastructure and innovation.

We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join the Wallets team and help build the infrastructure that powers Tether's global financial platform. You'll work on robust, scalable backend systems that handle real-time transactions, secure asset storage, and seamless blockchain integration for millions of users worldwide.

What you'll do

• Design and develop secure, scalable backend services that support Tether's wallet and payment infrastructure across multiple blockchains
• Build microservices-based architectures that remain responsive and efficient as the platform grows and transaction volume increases
• Implement and maintain the highest security standards across all backend systems to protect user assets and transaction data
• Work with databases including MySQL and MongoDB to design efficient data storage and retrieval systems
• Collaborate with agile teams using modern development practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions
• Rapidly learn and integrate new technologies and frameworks as requirements evolve
• Contribute to peer-to-peer technology initiatives that enhance platform functionality

What you'll bring

• Advanced proficiency in Node.js and JavaScript with production-level experience building complex applications
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and experience implementing scalable service-oriented systems
• Strong background in database design and optimization with both relational and NoSQL databases
• Deep commitment to security best practices and ability to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities
• Demonstrated experience developing sophisticated platforms under demanding conditions
• Familiarity with peer-to-peer technologies and distributed systems
• Excellent English communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a remote, globally distributed environment
• Capacity to quickly absorb new technologies and adapt to evolving project needs