Software Engineer - Rust - Core Engineering
Kraken Digital Asset ExchangeUnited States
Posted February 20, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support.
Job Description
Join Kraken as a Software Engineer - Rust - Core Engineering and build the future of crypto! Design and implement robust Rust services and foundational libraries that power Kraken's core infrastructure, prioritizing correctness, security, and long-term maintainability.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in software engineering, ideally building and scaling shared systems, internal platforms, and supporting multiple product roadmaps
- Proficiency in writing network services or asynchronous code in Rust
- Demonstrated commitment to a security-first mindset when designing systems
- Capability to autonomously debug issues across the stack, including OS, network, and application layers
- Familiarity with distributed systems and technologies, including RPC protocols, Kafka, and Event Driven Systems
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance