--- title: 'Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Trading at OKX' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-staff-software-engineer-mobile-trading-okx-san-jose-tg01k5dnxmga' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Trading at OKX - **Company:** OKX - **Location:** San Jose, CA - **Posted:** 2026-06-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/okx/jobs/7786381003 ## 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. 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 Our engineering team is comprised of creative problem solvers and strategic software engineers who collaborate closely with product, design, and business teams. We sit at the intersection of finance and technology, building mobile experiences that help millions of users worldwide trade, invest, and explore Web3. As a Mobile Engineer on our Trading team, you will help grow the crypto ecosystem by identifying new features, product opportunities, and scalable solutions — enabling users and partner businesses to unlock the full potential of OKX's platform. ## What You’ll Be Doing - Design and build end-to-end mobile systems across iOS and Android, from architecture to launch strategy. - Understand and apply knowledge of crypto products, blockchain technologies, and market dynamics to deliver solutions at scale. - Ship production-quality code with an emphasis on long-term maintainability, with relevant documentation and test coverage. - Break down complex engineering projects into executable tasks and partner with applicable cross-functional teams. - Independently identify stakeholders and align cross-functional partners toward project completion. - Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback; action feedback from reviews of your own code promptly. - Apply AI coding tools to accelerate development, improve code quality, and optimise engineering workflows. - Serve as a subject matter expert within the mobile engineering team and provide consultation on domain-level projects. - Build relationships with internal stakeholders; share project updates and influence decision-making through data-driven insights. - Participate in interviewing and onboarding of new team members. ## What We Look For In You - B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent degree/experience. - Proven experience shipping production-quality mobile code on iOS and/or Android. - Strong proficiency in Swift, Kotlin, or React Native. - Experience working in fintech, crypto, or Web3 environments. - Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimise workflows and drive measurable impact — e.g. efficiency gains, quality improvements. - Ongoing AI skill development — prompt engineering, agent orchestration, staying current with emerging AI technologies. - Experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Nice to Haves - Familiarity with DeFi protocols, wallet integrations, or on-chain data. - Experience contributing to open source projects or shared code repositories. - Active participation in the developer community (blogs, GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc.). - Experience in highly collaborative, fast-paced environments. - Experience adhering to responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g. risk assessment, bias mitigation). ## 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! OKX Statement 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 for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. - The salary range for this position is $223,611.00 to $321,999.00. - 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. ## #LI-HYBRID#LI-HYBRID #LI- 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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