Senior Software Architect (100% Remote - Worldwide)Verified as a real position

Who we’re looking for

• 5+ years of experience in backend software engineering
• Strong hands-on Node.js expertise - this is the primary stack
• Experience building scalable backend systems and APIs
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
• Experience with databases, asynchronous systems, and microservices architectures
• Familiarity with blockchain infrastructure and digital asset ecosystems
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in fast-paced engineering environments
• Experience with financial infrastructure or fintech platforms
• Familiarity with Ethereum and EVM-compatible ecosystems
• Understanding of token standards and blockchain transaction workflows
• Experience with monitoring and observability tooling
• Excellent English communication skills - mandatory

What you’ll do

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs in Node.js
• Develop reliable infrastructure components supporting high-availability systems
• Improve system scalability, performance, and operational resilience
• Contribute to architecture discussions and technical decision-making
• Work on integrations with blockchain networks and digital asset infrastructure
• Support systems related to token operations, permissions, transaction workflows, and operational controls
• Contribute to internal tooling and platform reliability improvements
• Help maintain secure and scalable infrastructure standards
• Improve observability, monitoring, and operational tooling
• Support deployment workflows and infrastructure automation
• Collaborate on performance optimization and system reliability initiatives
• Contribute to technical documentation and engineering best practices
• Work closely with Product, Engineering, and other internal teams
• Support technical discussions and implementation planning
• Help translate business and product requirements into scalable technical solutions

About the position

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 the infrastructure powering the next generation of financial products, tokenized assets, and digital currencies at global scale. Our technology enables businesses, institutions, and platforms worldwide to interact with blockchain-based financial systems securely, efficiently, and reliably.

Benefits

• 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.