Senior Full-stack Engineer

This is an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Full-Stack Engineer at Lightspark : Location : Los Angeles HQEmployment Type : Full timeDepartment : EngineeringCompensation : $200K - $230K plus equity and bonusesThe Internet currently lacks a standardized protocol for money, and Lightspark is dedicated to building the tools and services to change that. By leveraging the Lightning Network, Lightspark is developing enterprise-ready infrastructure to enable seamless, low-cost, and universally accessible open payments at scale. This always-on network has the potential to revolutionize financial transactions, empowering businesses and developers to enhance existing solutions and create new financial systems that transcend geographical limitations. Though headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Lightspark serves customers worldwide.As a company at the forefront of payment innovation, Lightspark is utilizing the Bitcoin network and exploring the capabilities of the Lightning Network to bridge the gap between traditional finance and cryptocurrency.Lightspark is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys rapidly building and deploying code, and is eager to contribute to a culture of engineering excellence. This role is part of the Connect team, focusing on designing and enhancing the user experience for the enterprise product, automating Connect SDKs, and developing new API and website features. Key ResponsibilitiesDesigning, building, and maintaining the Connect website experience for customers while also developing and enhancing SDKs and APIs across multiple platforms and languages.Primarily coding in TypeScript, React, and Python, with occasional work in Go, Kotlin, and other technologies. Prior knowledge of all these languages is not required, but enthusiasm for learning is encouraged.Collaborating closely with UX design, developers, and product managers to create high-quality software.Partnering with DevOps teams to implement automated testing and continuous integration for client applications.Developing production services, websites, and applications that drive the next evolution of payments.Creating a robust services layer to support new user adoption and expanding Lightning Network applications.Integrating with partners to deliver new services for Lightspark’s customers.Building essential infrastructure to support new features and capabilities.Thriving in a highly collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous learning and growth. What Lightspark Is Looking For5 years of experience in full-stack engineering.Hands-on experience with TypeScript and React is highly valued.Familiarity with Python and Go is a plus.A track record of driving initiatives forward with creativity, innovation, and a resourceful mindset.Adaptability to learn new technologies and programming languages quickly, with a resilient and problem-solving attitude.The ability to work independently, delivering high-quality solutions within tight timeframes.A strong desire to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent background is beneficial but not required. Lightspark values talent from all educational and career paths.Willingness to relocate to Los Angeles, CA, as Lightspark operates as an in-office company based in Culver City. Lightspark is dedicated to building an open payment protocol for the Internet at scale and fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse customers it serves. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and levels of experience who share this mission. Discrimination based on race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic is not tolerated.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the State of California Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Salary : $200,000 - $230,000