Principal Engineer - Canada Wide - Remote

Say hello to Newton! We're changing how Canadians trade crypto. Our goal? To make financial freedom something everyone can achieve. We give our customers the tools and knowledge they need to navigate the crypto world.

At Newton, you'll work with a remote team spread across Canada, but you'll never feel distant. Ready to be part of something meaningful? Join a team that’s all about pushing boundaries and getting things done.

Some of our values:

● Customer first mindset - Commitment to integrity and transparency to our users!

● A dynamic team fueled by collaboration uniting our strengths to overcome any obstacles. Together we build success. We persevere, adapt, and come back stronger, turning obstacles into opportunities.

● We strive for continuous improvement and embrace creativity and encourage experimentation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible and continuously explore new ideas, technologies, and solutions.

Role Overview:

As a Principal Engineer, you will be the technical visionary Newton, driving innovation and ensuring that our technology stack is cutting edge and compliant. You will be responsible for setting the technical direction, influencing engineering culture, and solving the most complex challenges facing our platform.

Responsibilities will include:

● Work directly with the CTO and be a key-decision maker and contributor to our technical vision and strategy

● Lead the architecture and design of the most critical systems and features

● Provide technical expertise and guidance to the entire organization

● Identify and solve for critical system failures and deficiencies

● Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business goals

● Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies and approaches

Who you are:

● Mastery with Python or TypeScript, comfortable picking up any language

● Proven expertise in designing and building large-scale, high-performance systems

● Deep knowledge of distributed systems, and cryptographic principles

● Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization

● Proven ability to balance short-term needs with long-term goals

● Deep understanding and experience with blockchain technology and distributed systems

● A passion for technology and a track record of driving innovation

At Newton, we celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out!