Engineering Manager - Frontend - Krak
What You'll Be Doing
Lead a cross-functional team of frontend and backend engineers responsible for core Krak consumer experiences.
Own the end-to-end UX for key Krak features across mobile and client platforms.
Guide delivery of high-quality consumer applications, with a focus on usability, performance, and scale.
Partner with Product Managers and Designers to define and deliver high-impact features with measurable business and customer value.
Collaborate with other Engineering Managers and Tech Leads to maintain consistent engineering standards across services and client platforms.
Champion engineering excellence, maintainable architectures, and code quality.
Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical growth, collaboration, and inclusivity.
Strengthen team organization and delivery using agile processes, project tracking, and engineering metrics (e.g., DORA, cycle time).
What We're Looking For
Proven experience leading engineering teams delivering customer-facing products at scale.
Experience managing combined frontend and backend engineering teams.
Deep technical background in React Native with a solid understanding of modern frontend architectures.
Strong cross-functional leadership, able to align frontend and backend efforts in a complex, multi-platform environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Empathy for the customer and a passion for building intuitive, performant consumer experiences.
Experience building large-scale consumer or financial products.
Bonus Points
Background in systems design or distributed architectures.
Working knowledge of Rust (or similar languages such as Go or C++), and familiarity with async architectures, APIs, and microservices.
Experience in the payments and card domains.
About Kraken
Kraken is a leading US-based cryptocurrency exchange, committed to providing secure, innovative, and reliable trading tools for digital assets. Our mission is to accelerate the global adoption of cryptocurrency by building a more open, free, and compliant financial system. We empower individuals and institutions alike with robust platforms designed for exceptional performance and peace of mind, operating at the forefront of financial technology and regulatory adherence. Our culture at Kraken is built on principles of autonomy, transparency, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We foster an environment where passionate, talented individuals can thrive, take ownership of their work, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the blockchain space. Collaboration is key, and we champion diverse perspectives to solve complex challenges, ensuring our team members feel valued, supported, and continuously challenged to grow. Joining Kraken means becoming part of a dynamic team that is redefining the future of finance from our US base. We offer unparalleled opportunities for professional development, the chance to work on high-impact projects, and a direct role in shaping an industry poised for exponential growth. If you are eager to make a significant impact, innovate alongside some of the brightest minds, and build solutions that will change the world, explore our 121 open positions and discover where you belong.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Kraken's official website and follow their application process.