Software Engineer II, Exposure

Position: Software Engineer II, Exposure

Company: Chainalysis

Location: Aarhus, Denmark

Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

About Chainalysis:

Chainalysis is a leader in blockchain investigation and compliance software. Known for creating products that build trust in cryptocurrencies, Chainalysis has been pivotal in disrupting criminal activity, including taking down terrorist financing campaigns and major ransomware operations. As the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry evolves, Chainalysis is building the data platform that powers blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 innovation. The company is looking for highly motivated Software Engineers to join their team and help scale their platform to new heights.

Role Overview:

As a Software Engineer II at Chainalysis, you will work on building scalable cloud-native data ingestion and aggregation processes. You’ll be part of a team tasked with creating and enhancing features for detecting activities such as market manipulation, fraud, and behavioral patterning. You will also help modernize the system stack to operate at a scale 10x the current capacity, debug production issues, and build scalable API services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Processing: Build cloud-native data ingestion and aggregation processes that handle gigabytes of data per day.
• Feature Development: Add features to the product suite to detect market manipulation, fraud, behavioral patterns, and more.
• Build Pipelines: Work on batch-based applications and streaming pipelines to handle large volumes of data.
• API Services: Build scalable API services on AWS capable of handling thousands of requests per second.
• System Modernization: Help modernize the tech stack to meet a 10x increase in capacity and scale.
• Production Debugging: Investigate and resolve production issues across multiple systems and microservices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with Cloud-native Systems: Familiarity with cloud-native microservices-based distributed systems, particularly in AWS or GCP.
• Backend Systems Expertise: Strong background in backend systems and object-oriented programming languages, especially Java, though familiarity with other languages is appreciated.
• Iterative Development: Ability to ship and iterate quickly alongside product management and design teams.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Experience mentoring engineers, leading cross-team projects, and contributing to technology and design decisions.
• Interest in Blockchain: Exposure to or interest in the cryptocurrency ecosystem is highly desirable.
• Scalability Enthusiast: Excitement about significantly scaling large data systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Terraform and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with technologies such as AWS serverless architectures, Spark, Flink, Databricks, and Parquet.
• Knowledge of tools like GitHub Actions and PostgreSQL.

Technologies We Use (Experience Not Required):

• AWS Serverless Architectures
• Kubernetes
• Spark
• Flink
• Databricks
• Parquet, Iceberg, Delta Lake, Paimon
• Terraform
• Github & Github Actions
• Java
• PostgreSQL

Why Join Chainalysis?

• Innovation in Blockchain: Be part of an industry-leading company that builds trust in blockchain and cryptocurrency.
• Diverse and Inclusive Team: Chainalysis is committed to diversity and strives to reflect the global communities it serves. The company fosters an inclusive culture where employees can thrive and contribute to global initiatives.
• Continuous Learning & Growth: Chainalysis supports the development of its team members through ongoing learning opportunities, internal diversity committees, and events like International Women’s Day and World Humanitarian Day.

Commitment to Diversity:

Chainalysis is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity of experience and thought, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you need any accommodations for the interview process due to a disability, Chainalysis is happy to provide support.

Ready to make an impact in the blockchain and crypto space?

Apply now to join Chainalysis and help build the future of blockchain investigations and compliance!

• Apply now at Chainalysis Careers