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Bitcoin Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$67.75 - $90/hr

Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we're helping build a financial system that is open to everyone. Join us. The Role As a member of the SRE team, you will ...

Ensure high availability and performance for AIenabled developer platforms and internal tooling ... Cosmos SDK, Tendermint / CometBFT, Ethereum, Bitcoin Why Join Us * Build and operate infrastructure ...

K8 Site Reliability SME

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$66.75 - $88.75/hr

Bitdeer is committed to providing comprehensive Bitcoin mining solutions for its customers and ... Strong SRE background: SLI/SLO frameworks, incident management, capacity planning * Experience with ...

K8 Site Reliability SME

San Jose, CA · On-site

$66.75 - $88.75/hr

Bitdeer is committed to providing comprehensive Bitcoin mining solutions for its customers and ... Strong SRE background: SLI/SLO frameworks, incident management, capacity planning * Experience with ...

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EVM Engineer - Magic Eden

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$180K - $220K/yr

We are a multi-chain NFT Platform, pushing boundaries on Solana, Ethereum, Polygon, and Bitcoin ... We're looking for an experienced EVM Engineer with a deep passion for NFTs and NFT marketplaces to ...

Experience in the financial technology, payments, or cryptocurrency/bitcoin domain, reflecting Block's unique security characteristics. * Experience improving engineering standards and practices for ...

Senior Platform Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$190K - $225K/yr

Ensure high availability and performance for AI-enabled developer platforms and internal tooling ... Cosmos SDK, Tendermint / CometBFT, Ethereum, Bitcoin Why Join Us * Build and operate infrastructure ...

As the operational backbone of the digital economy, BitGo handles a significant portion of Bitcoin ... We are seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to lead the technical execution of our ...

As the operational backbone of the digital economy, BitGo handles a significant portion of Bitcoin ... We are seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to lead the technical execution of our ...

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How much do bitcoin developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for bitcoin developer in California is $127,654.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,600.00 and $154,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Bitcoin developer?

A Bitcoin Developer is a software engineer who builds, maintains, and improves applications and protocols related to Bitcoin. This can include working on the Bitcoin Core software, developing wallets, creating Layer 2 solutions like the Lightning Network, or building decentralized applications (dApps). Bitcoin Developers need expertise in blockchain technology, cryptographic principles, and programming languages like C++, Rust, or Python. Their role is critical in ensuring Bitcoin’s security, scalability, and usability across various applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Bitcoin developer?

To thrive as a Bitcoin Developer, you need strong programming skills (especially in languages like C++, Python, or Go), a deep understanding of blockchain technology, cryptographic principles, and experience with distributed systems. Familiarity with tools such as Bitcoin Core, various blockchain APIs, and open-source repositories is often expected, along with any relevant blockchain certifications. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills help set individuals apart, as does the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly within a collaborative environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring the security, scalability, and ongoing innovation necessary in Bitcoin development projects.

What are some common challenges faced by Bitcoin developers in their day-to-day work?

Bitcoin Developers often encounter challenges such as ensuring the security and integrity of blockchain transactions, keeping up with rapid technological advancements, and resolving scalability issues. They may also need to troubleshoot and optimize code for distributed decentralized systems and handle complex cryptographic implementations. Collaboration with other developers and stakeholders is a typical part of the role, requiring effective communication to integrate updates or contributions. Addressing these challenges is essential for maintaining reliable and innovative Bitcoin-related applications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Bitcoin Developer jobs in California?

The most popular types of Bitcoin Developer jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Bitcoin Developer jobs?

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Software Engineer- Cryptocurrency

25Eight LLC

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Although we live in a world where borders are coming down and everything is seemingly being connected, there are still in many aspects of our lives that need disruption. In particular, financial services have imposed inconveniences and inefficiencies in the name of enhancing security and reducing fraud. Korbit's mission is to enable the free flow of value by utilizing new technologies such as Bitcoin and the Blockchain. Starting with financial services, we are creating a world where individuals can transact with each other freely, without sacrificing security or convenience.
We believe in the power of technology to bring progress and development but foremost we believe in the value of a stable society and sustainable communities. Technology should be harnessed to not further only a small percentage of individuals but rather to better society itself. Korbit's founders had previously devoted themselves to causes that benefited the public interest and at Korbit they continue to strive to contribute to the common good.
Job Description
What You Will Do:
Work with the product team to enhance our product offerings
Build new services utilizing Blockchain technology
Scale and secure our infrastructure
Qualifications
What We like:
Degree in computer science or related field
Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, and programming languages
Ability to move fast but be safe
Write code that is understandable and easy to maintain
Attention to detail
Team player
Sense of ownership
Nice to Have:
Experience in the one of the following: Ruby on Rails, Node.js, Play Framework (Scala)
Experience working at startups
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.