BitKernel is hiring a

Backend Web3 Development Manager

Lead the architecture and development of next generation of video streaming and push the boundaries of Web3 innovation!

About Bitkernel | Migration to North America

With a clear vision, a portfolio of successfully delivering innovative video products and services to underserved markets around the globe, and courageous leadership, Bitkernel Technology Inc. is on a mission to continue revolutionizing digital video experiences and creating value through complete content ecosystems.

With our newly established HQ in vibrant Austin, TX and another office in stunning Vancouver, B.C., we are building the future of our company in North America, breaking ground with our innovative streaming platform, Goose.

We believe that our success is founded upon open-minded, empathetic leaders who blend deep technical knowledge with strong emotional intelligence. Leaders in our company must have:

• Elite technical prowess and continuously seek to advance their skills.
• An exceptional ability to think strategically and seek out unknown possibilities
• Demonstrated success managing people in dynamic, cross-cultural, geographically diverse teams within both traditional and matrixed organization structures.

Why Join Bitkernel?

We’re building a next-generation self-serve SaaS platform that empowers content creators, broadcasters, and media companies to launch, manage, and scale their OTT and video streaming services seamlessly. Our customers, from live channels to AVOD platforms and niche SVOD apps, are redefining media delivery across Android, iOS, Web, and SmartTV platforms.

As a fast-scaling company, we combine the energy of a startup with the impact of an established product.

What We Offer:

• A chance to lead major technical decisions with C-level influence
• A highly collaborative, innovation-driven team
• Executive commitment to long-term R&D investment
• Complex, global-scale challenges that push your thinking

About the Role

As a Backend Development Manager, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and scaling the backend architecture of our OTT Video SaaS platform while extending it into the Web3 ecosystem. This position requires a blend of deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and forward-thinking curiosity to guide a team of backend engineers into new frontiers of blockchain-based video, tokenized assets, and decentralized infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative solutions that enhance BitKernel’s global reach.

This role is ideal for a visionary engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of technology and innovation; someone who can architect world-class backend systems while exploring the uncharted potential of blockchain, Web3, and decentralized video infrastructure.

What You’ll Own

R&D Leadership & Innovation

• Lead a team of developers in building and optimizing server-side logic using Kotlin and Java.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, promoting a learning-focused team culture.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to uphold quality standards and foster a cohesive development environment.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues to enhance performance and reliability.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends, bringing innovative ideas to our platform.

Architecture & Development

• Design and implement scalable, microservices architectures.
• Integrate user-facing elements with backend services, working closely with front-end developers.
• Develop reusable code libraries and optimize applications for performance and scalability.
• Implement and maintain data storage solutions, ensuring data integrity and availability.

Web3 & Blockchain Development:

• Explore and integrate blockchain protocols (Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, etc.) for content rights, digital identity, and tokenization.
• Develop smart contracts for monetization models (subscriptions, pay-per-view, NFTs, micropayments).
• Implement decentralized storage solutions (IPFS, Filecoin, Arweave) for secure media delivery.

What We NEED in This Role (required)

• 10+ years of backend development experience, with proven leadership in SaaS or OTT platforms.
• Strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, Spring Cloud, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Experience architecting cloud-native microservices (AWS/GCP preferred).
• Deep knowledge of databases (SQL, NoSQL, Redis, Ignite).
• Solid understanding of security protocols and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and grow a high-performing engineering team.
• Hands-on experience with blockchain development (Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, Hyperledger, etc.).
• Familiarity with smart contract languages (Solidity, Rust, Go).
• Experience with decentralized identity frameworks (DID, SSI).
• Knowledge of NFT standards (ERC-721, ERC-1155) and digital asset monetization models.
• Understanding of decentralized storage and CDN solutions (IPFS, Filecoin, Arweave).

What We'd LOVE in This Role (preferred)

• Video Streaming: Experience with live or VOD video streaming platforms.
• Multimedia: Familiarity with multimedia codecs (AVC, HEVC, VP9) and DRM systems (PlayReady, Widevine).
• Technology: Knowledge of Kotlin, C++, and blockchain/Web3 technologies.

Core Traits We Cannot Do Without

• Startup Hustle: You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a hands-on, problem-solving attitude.
• Boundary-Breaking Vision: You challenge conventions to pioneer innovative, world-class user interfaces.
• AI-Enhanced Innovation: You harness AI to supercharge development workflows and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Top-Tier Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a 4-yr accredited institution globally ranked in the top 500 universities (QS or US News & World Report).

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