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Senior Staff Engineer, Internal Platform

OKX

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or above in CS/Engineering
  • 8+ years in software engineering with a strong track record of technical leadership
  • Deep Java expertise with extensive large-scale distributed systems experience
  • Bilingual in Mandarin and English

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive architecture and design for large-scale, complex internal platform systems
  • Define and influence the long-term technical roadmap, ensuring scalability and reliability
  • Lead platform modernisation initiatives including architecture evolution and technical debt reduction
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, and Business stakeholders

About the company

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OKX

Cryptocurrency Exchanges & Trading

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by Crypto, ultimately contributing to every individual's freedom. OKX began as a crypto exchange giving millions of people access to crypto trading and over time becoming among the largest platforms in the world. In recent years, we have developed one of the most connected Web3 wallets used by millions to access decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets on a reliable platform that seamlessly connects with global banking and payments. In the last year, OKX has expanded into new markets including Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, Singapore and Turkey, with plans to launch in the US, Belgium and the UAE. We are deeply committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent and accessible society through blockchain technology. This is why we publish proof of reserves monthly, and continue to ship new innovative security features. We believe in good sportmanship and the pursuit to be better. You may see our OKX logo neatly fitted on the McLaren F1 cars, Manchester City FC team shirts, or at the Tribeca Film Festival celebrating artists and creators. Wherever you may find us, you will notice our pursuit of making our world more efficient, transparent, and connected. To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: www.okx.com UK users follow: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okxuk/ Learn more about working at OKG, the business group developing OKX, our Digital Assets Exchange, our Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems: bit.ly/WorkingatOKG

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryCryptocurrency Exchanges & Trading
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.
OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.
Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

About the Opportunity

Our internal platform engineering team builds and maintains the systems that drive enterprise efficiency and support OKX's rapid global growth. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll be a key technical leader — driving architecture decisions, solving complex engineering challenges, and raising the technical bar across the organisation.
 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Own and drive architecture and design for large-scale, complex internal platform systems
  • Define and influence the long-term technical roadmap, ensuring scalability and reliability at global scale
  • Lead platform modernisation initiatives — architecture evolution, technical debt reduction, and reliability improvements
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, and Business stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions
  • Champion AI and intelligent automation adoption to improve operational efficiency at scale
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to senior engineers across teams
 

What We Look For In You

  • Bachelor's or above in CS/Engineering; deep Java expertise with extensive large-scale distributed systems experience
  • 8+ years in software engineering with a strong track record of technical leadership at scale
  • Hands-on architecture ownership across complex, cross-team platform delivery — from design to production
  • Expert-level proficiency with: Kafka, RocketMQ, Redis, MySQL, Elasticsearch, Spring/Spring Boot
  • Strong communication and influencing skills — able to align cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority
  • Bilingual in Mandarin and English is required, as the team collaborates closely with stakeholders across multiple regions
 

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!

 

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