--- title: 'Big Data Engineer, Web3 at OKX' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/big-data-engineer-web3-okx-singapore-xwkpeyb255np' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-04' --- # Big Data Engineer, Web3 at OKX - **Company:** OKX - **Location:** Singapore - **Posted:** 2026-07-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-04 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/okx/jobs/7795796003 ## Job description OKX will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require OKX's sponsorship of a visa. ## 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. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more. ## About The Opportunity We are building the foundational data infrastructure that powers one of the world's leading crypto exchanges. As a Big Data Platform Engineer, you will design, build, and evolve the core platform services that enable hundreds of data engineers and analysts to move fast and ship reliable pipelines. You will be at the forefront of our AI agent initiative — embedding LLM-driven capabilities directly into the platform layer so that scheduling, cost optimization, and incident response increasingly run autonomously. ## What You’ll Be Doing - Platform Core: Design and operate large-scale distributed data systems - Own the big data compute and storage infrastructure (MaxCompute/ODPS, Hologres, Spark) - Build and maintain multi-site task orchestration that dynamically selects engines and enforces policy - Drive reliability and performance improvements across batch and real-time pipelines - AI Integration: Build the AI-native platform layer - Develop and expose MCP (Model Context Protocol) tool interfaces so AI agents can interact with platform APIs - Build the scheduling and cost-optimization agents that auto-tune resource allocation and alert severity - Instrument platform telemetry to feed AI-driven SLA monitoring and anomaly detection - Design context retrieval pipelines (RAG / vector search) for SQL code and config knowledge bases - Tooling & DX: Evolve the developer experience - Own the internal data development platform — IDE integrations, code review automation, deployment tooling - Build APIs-first tools (backfill, ingestion automation) designed for future MCP integration - Collaborate with data warehouse and service teams to define platform contracts - Ops & Governance: Drive operational excellence - Establish SLA benchmarks, cost metrics, and latency dashboards as AI optimization targets - Build automated incident response and root-cause analysis pipelines - Define and enforce infrastructure policies across multi-cloud environments AI Agent Ownership — Platform Tier - Scheduling Agent: auto-configure task dependencies, engine selection, cost/performance trade-offs, and alert tiers - Operations Agent: detect pipeline latency, performance degradation, and schema drift; trigger remediation - Incident Response Agent: trace SLA breaches to root cause, assign accountability, generate post-mortems - MCP Tool Layer: design and maintain the cross-platform tool interfaces that all agents call into ## What We Look For In You - 5+ years of experience building large-scale data platforms (Hadoop/Spark/Flink or equivalent) - Deep expertise in distributed storage and compute systems (MaxCompute, Hologres, ClickHouse, Hive) - Strong software engineering skills in Java, Scala, or Python; experience with API-first design - Hands-on experience with task scheduling systems (Airflow, DolphinScheduler, or in-house equivalents) - Solid understanding of multi-cloud architectures and cost governance - Familiarity with LLM integration patterns: tool calling, RAG pipelines, context management - Experience with MCP or similar agent-tool frameworks is a strong plus - Passion for building systems that make other engineers 10x more productive ## Perks & Benefits - Competitive total compensation package - L&D programs and education subsidy for employees' growth and development - Various team building programs and company events - Wellness and meal allowances - Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants - More that we love to tell you along the process! Notice: All official OKX vacancies are published on this website. While roles may appear on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. If in doubt, please apply directly through our official careers website. 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](https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/okx-candidate-privacy-notice). ## About OKX ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange and Web3 platform offering spot and derivatives trading, a self-custody wallet, and decentralized application access to over 100 million users globally. - **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed; last round $200M in March 2026) - **Headquarters**: Seychelles (legal entity: Aux Cayes FinTech Co. Ltd.) - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Star Xu ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Cryptocurrency exchange, digital asset trading, Web3 infrastructure. - **Target customers**: B2C (retail traders, crypto enthusiasts) and B2B (institutions, high-frequency traders, liquidity providers). Serves both individuals and large institutions. - **Mission**: To reshape the world with crypto, contributing to every individual’s freedom, and to build a fairer, more transparent, and accessible society through blockchain technology. ## Products & Services - **Spot Trading**: Buy and sell over 300 cryptocurrencies with low fees. - **Derivatives**: Futures, options, and perpetual swaps for advanced trading strategies. - **Structured Products**: Yield-bearing products for passive income. - **OKX Wallet**: Self-custody Web3 wallet supporting dApps, DeFi, NFTs, and cross-chain swaps. - **OKX Pay**: Fiat on-ramp and payment infrastructure for seamless deposits. - **Institutional Services**: Ultra-low latency API connectivity, prime brokerage, and tailored liquidity solutions. - **Proof of Reserves**: Monthly public attestation of asset backing (1:1). ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metrics**: Over 100 million customers worldwide; 2,886 employees (as of mid-2026, +14.3% YoY); $200M total funding (venture round, March 2026). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: One undisclosed investor in the latest round. Partnerships include McLaren F1, Manchester City FC, Tribeca Film Festival. - **Growth Signals**: Expanded into Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, Singapore, and Turkey in the last year; plans to enter US, Belgium, and UAE. Active job postings: 246. Employee headcount grew 14.3% YoY. ## Competitive Advantages - **Liquidity & Low Fees**: One of the top crypto exchanges by trading volume with competitive fee structures. - **Transparency**: Monthly proof-of-reserves reports publicly verifiable. - **Security**: Multi-layer security, GSLB, distributed server clusters, and dedicated security engineering teams. - **Global Reach**: Available in over 180 countries/regions with localized support. - **Web3 Integration**: Deeply connected wallet bridging centralized and decentralized finance. ## Strategic Focus - **AI-Native Product & Engineering**: Investing heavily in AI agents, chatbots, and infrastructure for automated trading and user experience. - **Institutional Growth**: Expanding VIP relationship management, prime brokerage, and institutional-grade tools. - **Global Regulatory Compliance**: Obtaining licenses in new jurisdictions (e.g., Singapore, Turkey, Brazil) while maintaining a robust compliance center. - **Web3 Ecosystem**: Growing the OKX Wallet and dApp connectivity to drive DeFi adoption. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values-driven environment with core principles: "WE before Me", "Do the right thing", and "Get things done". Emphasis on ownership, transparency, and innovation. - **Work Policy**: Hybrid/office roles across multiple global hubs (Singapore, Hong Kong, San Jose, Dubai, etc.). Remote flexibility varies by role. - **Perks**: Competitive benefits including learning budgets, team events, and the "Supernova Program" for early-career talent. Engineering teams work on cutting-edge blockchain and AI problems. - **Engineering Culture**: Strong focus on AI-native development, Rust/Java/Go, mobile infrastructure, and security. High percentage of technical roles (721 engineers, 10% of workforce). - **Growth Opportunity**: Rapidly scaling company with global expansion, offering cross-functional mobility and exposure to senior leadership. ## Sources 1. [okx.com - About & Careers](https://www.okx.com/en-us/join-us) 2. [LinkedIn - OKX Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/okxofficial/jobs) 3. [Greenhouse - OKX Job Board](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/okx) 4. 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