Senior Software Architect

Tether — Canada · Posted ~2 days ago

Senior Full-time Remote

Skills

Node.js backend software engineering scalable APIs distributed systems cloud-native architecture microservices relational databases NoSQL databases blockchain Ethereum EVM smart contracts English communication Smart Contracts APIs Microservices Cloud SQL NoSQL

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Summary

A global technology organization is seeking a Senior Software Architect to design and build enterprise-grade backend platforms. The role focuses on distributed systems, blockchain integrations, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and secure digital asset workflows. Ideal candidates have strong backend experience and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.

Highlights

Fully remote senior engineering role with ownership of complex distributed systems, blockchain infrastructure, and enterprise-scale architecture. Opportunity to work on challenging financial technology problems with global collaboration.

Description

Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance At Tether, we’re not just building products, we’re pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting-edge solutions empower businesses—from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs—to seamlessly integrate reserve-backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. Innovate with Tether Tether Finance: Our innovative product suite features the world’s most trusted stablecoin, USDT, relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. But that’s just the beginning: Tether Power: Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco-friendly practices in state-of-the-art, geo-diverse facilities. Tether Data: Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer-to-peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting-edge solutions like KEET, our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing. Tether Education: Democratizing access to top-tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity. Tether Evolution: At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways. Why Join Us? Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you’re passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We’ve grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry. If you have excellent English communication skills and are ready to contribute to the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the place for you. Are you ready to be part of the future? About The Job At Tether, we're building Hadron, the enterprise tokenization platform powering the next generation of tokenized assets, stablecoins, securities, funds, commodities, and real-world assets (RWAs). Hadron enables financial institutions, asset managers, exchanges, governments, and enterprises to issue, manage, and operate regulated digital assets across multiple blockchain networks while integrating compliance, permissions, and operational workflows. We're looking for a Senior Software Architect to help build the core infrastructure behind Hadron. You will work on tokenization engines, blockchain integrations, permissions frameworks, issuance workflows, compliance tooling, and enterprise APIs used by institutional clients worldwide. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone who enjoys solving complex distributed systems challenges at the intersection of blockchain, financial infrastructure, and enterprise software. Responsibilities Tokenization Platform Development Design, build, and maintain the backend services powering Hadron's tokenization platformDevelop APIs supporting asset issuance, lifecycle management, corporate actions, and token operationsBuild scalable infrastructure for institutional-grade tokenization workflowsContribute to the evolution of Hadron's architecture and core platform capabilities Blockchain Infrastructure Build integrations with Ethereum, EVM-compatible chains, and other supported blockchain networksDevelop services handling token minting, burning, transfers, permissions, and administrative operationsImprove blockchain transaction orchestration, signing workflows, and operational reliabilityContribute to smart contract integrations and blockchain infrastructure Enterprise Infrastructure Build systems supporting role-based permissions, multi-signature approvals, auditability, and operational controlsDevelop integrations with custody providers, identity providers, and compliance servicesImprove scalability, observability, monitoring, and platform reliabilitySupport deployment automation and operational tooling Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Product, Engineering, Compliance, and Solutions teamsTranslate institutional client requirements into scalable platform capabilitiesParticipate in architecture reviews and technical planningContribute to documentation and engineering best practices Core Skills 5+ years of backend software engineering experienceStrong expertise in Node.js (primary technology stack)Experience designing scalable APIs and distributed backend systemsStrong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and asynchronous systemsExperience with relational and NoSQL databasesStrong debugging, performance optimization, and problem-solving skillsExcellent English communication skills Blockchain & Digital Assets Experience building blockchain-based applications or infrastructureStrong understanding of Ethereum and EVM ecosystemsExperience interacting with smart contracts and blockchain transaction workflowsUnderstanding of wallet architecture, signing flows, and digital asset infrastructureFamiliarity with token standards such as ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155 or security token standards Nice to Have Experience with tokenization platforms or issuance infrastructureFamiliarity with token standards such as ERC-1400, transfer restrictions, permissions models, and whitelist frameworksExperience with institutional digital assets, custody providers, or regulated financial infrastructureExperience integrating KYC/AML providers and compliance workflowsFamiliarity with capital markets, securities, funds, stablecoins, or real-world asset tokenizationExperience working in remote-first engineering organizations.