NICK AI is hiring a Web3 Backend Engineer
Compensation: $80k - $130k
Location: remote
Backend Engineer – NickAI
Location: Remote (Global) / New York
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Mid to Senior Level (5+ years)
About NickAI
NickAI is revolutionizing cryptocurrency investing through AI-powered autonomous trading agents. Our platform enables users to create sophisticated AI agents that manage crypto portfolios 24/7, eliminating emotional trading decisions and maximizing investment opportunities.
During our beta phase, we've successfully managed over $500,000 in assets and are rapidly expanding our platform to serve both retail and institutional investors. Our mission is to democratize algorithmic trading by making advanced AI-driven investment strategies accessible to everyone.
NickAI integrates with leading exchanges like Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, and Aster to provide seamless, automated trading solutions. We are backed by Galaxy Digital, a global leader in digital assets with $9B under management.
About This Role
We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our team and build the execution engine at the core of our platform. You'll focus on exchange integrations, multi-venue routing, and our system that proves execution quality. This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, financial technology, and cryptocurrency markets while building critical infrastructure for our users.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain connectors for multiple exchanges (Coinbase, Hyperliquid, Alpaca, Aster)
- Design and implement the receipts system (latency, slippage, fill quality)
- Develop scalable trading infrastructure using Node.js and Go microservices
- Integrate APIs via CCXT and custom implementations
- Ensure robustness with error handling, logging, and monitoring
- Collaborate with AI/ML and frontend teams to expose execution data in real time
Required Qualifications
Technical Skills
- 5+ years backend development (Node.js, Go, or similar)
- Strong API integration background (REST, WebSockets)
- SQL/PostgreSQL + caching (Redis)
- Experience building low-latency or trading systems
- Familiarity with exchange APIs (Binance, Coinbase, Hyperliquid)
Professional Experience
- Proven track record building production systems with real users
- Experience with financial technology or crypto strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of software engineering best practices (testing, reviews, documentation)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Flexible PTO and sick leave policies
- Fully remote-friendly with flexible working hours
- Access to cutting-edge AI and trading technologies
- Opportunity to work with AI researchers, quants, and fintech experts
- Direct impact on product development and company growth
Our Technology Stack
- Backend: Node.js, Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, WebSockets
- AI/ML: LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini
- Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP, GitHub Actions
- Trading & Exchanges: CCXT library, Coinbase Pro API, Alpaca, Hyperliquid, Aster
Application Process
To apply, please submit:
- Resume/CV highlighting relevant experience
- Cover letter explaining your interest in AI-powered fintech
- Portfolio or GitHub with 2–3 backend projects (exchange/trading preferred)
- Technical assessment (provided after screening)
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