Graduate Hire 2024/25 - Blockchain Engineer
at okx
okx
Posted on Dec 17, 2024
hong-kong
OKX will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Hong Kong, and do not require OKX's sponsorship of a visa.
 
If you are interested in more than one Supernova role, please apply to your first preference. We will still consider you for all opportunities.
 
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
 
About OKX Graduate Program (Supernova)
The Supernova Program is a 3-year Career Accelerator Program that aims to fast-track, high performing graduates into technical experts and future leaders mainly in the fields of Product Engineering, Product Management, and Product Design. We firmly believe in the power of the new era. Join us to achieve your narrative around crypto.
 
 
As a graduate Blockchain Engineer, you will build and maintain the OKX platform with millions of daily active users. You will work cross-functionally with design, product, and other engineering teams to identify customer needs, and ship high-quality new features through fast iterations. This is an opportunity to learn the full life cycle of crypto platforms including pro/retail trading, asset management, and wallet.
 
Hiring Teams
  • As a graduate Blockchain Engineer, you will have an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in the full spectrum of DeFi products and services. Your role will involve actively participating in the development and maintenance of our innovative platform, catering to a diverse range of users engaged in either Defi trading, smart contracts, blockchain analysis, NFT, secure wallet solutions, explorer, earn, onchain AML etc. By collaborating closely with our design, product, and engineering teams, you will contribute to identifying customer needs, crafting advanced features, and delivering seamless experiences through agile iterations. Join our dynamic team and be at the forefront of shaping the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) with hands-on involvement in a comprehensive suite of DeFi-related products.
 
What You’ll Be Doing
  • Be part of the global engineering team to design and develop cutting-edge crypto-linked products on the platform. Deliver customized solutions with performance, scalability and continuous integration in mind while maintaining overall architecture consistency.
  • Be a problem solver to build high availability, high performance distributed service. Strive for optimization and maximize user satisfaction in a time-critical manner.
  • Partner closely with Design, Product and Marketing teams, drive rapid innovation by turning design ideas into quality features that scale to millions of users. Communicate effectively to peers, cross-functions and leadership on project deliverables.
  • Stay on top of industry trends, and evaluate new solutions to address our unique and fast-growing business needs. Prototype ideas quickly using cutting edge technologies.
  • Maintain high-quality technical documentation. Uphold technology best practices and code reviews with peers. Improve efficiency in cross-office/time zone collaboration.
What We Look For In You
  • Bachelors in Computer Science, Cryptography, Blockchain technology, Information Technology, Mathematics, or related fields, or self-taught enthusiasts
  • Familiar with theoretical foundations, algorithms of zero-knowledge proofs. These include but are not limited to: zkSNARK, zkSTARK, plonk, Groth16, Halo2
  • Proficient in Java or GO language, Solidity, blockchain background, and have a certain understanding of Ethereum and other chains
  • Strong interest in blockchain technology, strong learning ability and understanding ability; Be creative and be able to identify technical gap and improve workflow efficiency, coverage and quality of our solution

Nice to Have

  • Skilled in cryptographic algorithms such as homomorphic encryption, ring signatures, threshold signatures
  • Understand one or more mainstream DeFi projects: MakerDao, uniswap, compound, synthetix, etc.; or understand NFT, etc.
  • Understanding of zero-knowledge proof circuits using C++/rust
  • Fluent in spoken and written English and Mandarin
Highlights of Perks & Benefits 
  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • Wellness and meal allowances 
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents 
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!