Backend Engineer - New Grad
The Backend Engineer - New Grad at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on designing and implementing backend services for a pioneering blockchain-based domain registrar and marketplace. The position offers hands-on experience with modern web and blockchain technologies in a hybrid work setting, providing mentorship from industry veterans and opportunities to contribute to innovative Web3 infrastructure bridging traditional and decentralized internet systems.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Blockchain / Web3 (DomainFi).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Backend Engineer (New Grad) to join a small, fast-moving team building backend systems for DomainFi — the intersection of domain name infrastructure and blockchain. This is a hybrid role based in Textile Finance, CA. Recent grads and early-career engineers who want steep learning and real product impact are encouraged to apply.
- Estimated pay: $110,007 per year (estimated)
- Location: Textile Finance, CA (hybrid)
- Employment type: Full-time
What You’ll Do
- Work with product and engineering teams to translate requirements into backend features.
- Design, implement, and maintain backend services powering registrar and marketplace systems.
- Build integrations that connect backend services with blockchain protocols.
- Help implement payment integrations supporting both traditional and crypto payments.
- Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews.
- Debug, fix, and improve existing systems under mentorship from senior engineers.
- Learn new tools, frameworks, and best practices in web and blockchain development.
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience — or demonstrable project work.
- 0–2 years of backend development experience (internships, coursework, open-source projects count).
- Familiarity with at least one backend language (JavaScript/Node.js, Python, or similar).
- Basic knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL).
- Comfort with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
- Problem-solving mindset, strong communication, and eagerness to learn.
- Interest in Web3/blockchain is a plus (not required).
Nice to Haves
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Digital Ocean).
- Familiarity with frameworks such as NestJS or GraphQL.
- Projects or coursework involving blockchain, distributed systems, or domain registries.
Why This Role
Confidential Client offers ground-floor growth at an early-stage company in the DomainFi / Web3 space. You’ll work with veteran leaders, ship zero-to-one products, and gain mentorship while solving hard technical problems that bridge traditional web systems and decentralized protocols.
Location & Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid position in Textile Finance, CA. Candidates must be able to work on-site as required by the team’s hybrid schedule.
Additional Notes & Legal Compliance
Careertakes and our client comply with applicable US employment laws. The listed salary is an estimated figure surfaced from the source posting; it may be subject to verification and adjustment by the hiring organization. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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