Javascript Engineer

AlphaPoint is a financial technology company that powers digital asset networks and provides institutions blockchain-enabled solutions to store, track, and trade digital assets. Its secure, scalable, and customizable platform enables customers to deploy blockchain technology to innovate, differentiate, and transform their businesses. AlphaPoint powers digital asset exchanges on 5 continents, and is led by a seasoned team with 125+ years in financial technology.

The AlphaPoint team is looking for an extremely talented Javascript Engineer to develop our industry leading blockchain solutions and digital currency exchanges. Our services use Typescript and Solidity to program our blockchain virtual machines. We also use html/javascript based front ends to communicate over websocket based APIs with our core applications. We build modular front end display widgets in ReactJS and HTML to interact with these APIs. We are looking for an individual who can deliver rapid, collaborative development in conjunction with our core C# developers to enhance our blockchain offerings.

* Write custom smart contracts using Typescript or Solidity. * Work with JavaScript frameworks (ReactJS and AngularJS) to connect between our APIs and our front end web interfaces. * Design and develop new UI modules for our blockchain applications, customer facing websites, and customer administrative interfaces. * Recommend system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of various new technologies. * Update job knowledge by researching new technologies and software products; experimenting with new tools and technologies.

* Strong capabilities in: JavaScript, particularly Typescript, NodeJS or ReactJS. * Experience with Solidity a plus. * HTML5/CSS3 experience. * Experience with Websockets and streaming data. * Passionate about rapid development and working with a fast paced team. * UX or Visual Design capabilities a plus but not a requirement. * Knowledge of Bitcoin, Blockchain, or Cryptocurrencies a plus. * Ability to work rapidly changing and evolving technologies. * Working knowledge of payment systems and financial trading systems. * Object-oriented design. * Secure coding practices.