Graduate Hire 2024/25 - Software 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 Software 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
  • Backend: Develop cutting-edge Cefi, Core; Liquidity Platform, Trading services platforms, Defi/Web3 backend application to facilitate seamless and flawless digital asset transactions for our global customers.
  • Infrastructure: Develop infrastructure to enhance and maintain the systems that ensure high availability, scalability, and security for our platforms, supporting a seamless experience for users worldwide.
  • Mobile: Build and maintain core OKX app with millions of daily active users. Learn the full life cycle of crypto mobile application including pro/retail trading, asset management and wallet.
  • Frontend: Collaborate with our frontend developers to create high-performance web interface, outlook for a world-class digital asset trading platform serving millions of users.
 
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, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, related technical disciplines, or self-taught enthusiasts
  • Possess relevant tech stack skillset for the respective specialisation - Java/SpringBoot/SpringCloud, Python, Microservice/API development, JavaScript, React/Angular/Vue, HTML5/CSS3, Kotlin/Objective-C/Swift, relational databases, data structures and algorithms.
  • Passionate about the latest technology. Curious to learn all aspects of trading products in financial and crypto markets, including spot, future, swap, options, and structured products.
  • Analytical with positive problem-solving mindset, A pro-active team player that embodies a growth mindset, flexible and comfortable in navigating ambiguity with a global mindset
  • Experience in practicing automated testing and continuous integration
Nice to Haves
  • Experience in internship/ freelance projects, designed and developed micro-service programs, or capability for cross-browser development.
  • Comfortable with the cloud-based Linux environment. Knowledgeable in multi-threading and distributed architecture. Understanding of mainstream messaging frameworks including Kafka. Or familiar with daily developing tools such as npm, gulp, webpack, git, etc.
  • Interested in equipping themselves to be full-stack architects and open to rotate amongst specialisation. Curious and excited in crypto/ block chain industry.
 
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!