Staff Software Engineer, Growth at OKX

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

321000.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Development, Growth Systems, Java, A/B Testing, User Segmentation, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Communication, Data Structures, Algorithms, Design Patterns, Product Sense, Metric-Driven Thinking, High-Availability Applications, Technical Challenges, AI Products

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

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 We're hiring Staff (or Senior Staff) Growth Engineers to build the foundation of OKX’s next-generation user growth engine. As OKX continues its expansion in the US market, this is a rare opportunity to define and scale the systems that will accelerate our global adoption. You will work on high-impact, mission-critical growth initiatives—from experimentation platforms and analytics pipelines to recommendation engines and activation/retention systems. Your work will directly influence how millions of users discover, onboard, and engage with OKX across Web, Mobile, and emerging AI-driven experiences. If you’re looking to make a real difference and build at scale, we’d love to connect! What You’ll Be Doing Design, build and maintain growth infrastructure (event tracking, A/B testing, user segmentation) Work with Java as the primary language, leveraging Spring Boot to build and enhance the existing codebase. Diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges, driving effective solutions and long-term improvements. Stay ahead of industry trends, continuously learning and applying the latest advancements in technology and software development. Implement and analyze growth experiments Collaborate with product & data teams to identify opportunities Thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact team, contributing to cutting-edge payment solutions. What We Look For In You 6+ years of software development experience, with a strong track record of building scalable and reliable systems. Experience in growth systems: tracking, A/B tests, segmentation, or recommendation Proficiency in Java (experience with other languages is a plus). Strong product sense and metric-driven thinking Proven ability to develop and maintain high-availability, large-scale applications. Strong grasp of software engineering principles, including data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. Effective collaborator who thrives in a team environment and can drive cross-team solutions with complex dependencies. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and within a team. Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Nice to Haves Experience with Java Spring Boot is preferred Experience with AI products or user persona systems A history (and preference) of being both strategic, analytical and execution-oriented Understanding of user psychology and behavior Experience working with teams across offices and time zones Perks & Benefits Competitive total compensation package L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development Various team building programs and company events OKX Statement The salary range for this position is $214,000 to $321,000. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via OKX internal or external careers site. OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Notice: All official OKX vacancies are posted on this site. We are not affiliated with other third-party job boards except Linkedin.com, listings on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. This is the only source of truth for applications. Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to OKX's Candidate Privacy Notice.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain growth infrastructure, including event tracking and A/B testing. Collaborate with product and data teams to identify opportunities for user growth and engagement.