The Role

BAXUS, the platform for consumers, brands/distillers, and retailers across the globe to trade physical bottles and barrels on blockchain, is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to help us build the future of real-world assets and create web3 products in web2-friendly environments.

You will design, implement, and maintain our sophisticated NFT exchange, handling everything from asset minting and trading to complex workflow orchestration and real-time analytics. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who thrives at the frontier of markets and tokenization, with expertise in full-stack development and blockchain integration.

We are headquartered in New York City and Louisville, with flexible remote work options. This role is for US-based candidates only, and those currently located in (or willing to relocate to) NYC or New Jersey are preferred.

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description (other than location), please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit for this or another role.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable full-stack applications using NestJS/TypeScript backend and React/Next.js frontend, focusing on performance, security, and user experience.
• Design and implement blockchain integrations with Solana for NFT minting, transfers, and wallet connectivity, ensuring secure handling of digital assets.
• Develop and optimize database systems using MySQL with Prisma ORM, including complex relationships, data migrations, and performance tuning.
• Implement complex workflow orchestration using Temporal.io for business processes like asset authentication, trading, and payment processing.
• Build integrations with external services including payment processors (crypto and traditional), authentication providers, and third-party APIs.
• Create responsive mobile and web interfaces with pixel-perfect implementation and smooth user interactions for trading platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Business Development, and Design to translate requirements into technical solutions and deliver features rapidly.
• Maintain high code quality standards through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to clean architecture principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-stack development experience with expertise in TypeScript/JavaScript and modern web frameworks.
• Strong experience with NestJS or similar enterprise Node.js frameworks for building scalable backend systems.
• Solana blockchain development experience or equivalent Web3 development with understanding of NFT standards and marketplace mechanics.
• Advanced React/Next.js expertise with modern hooks, state management, and component architecture.
• Database design and optimization skills with MySQL and ORM frameworks (Prisma preferred).
• Security-first mindset for handling financial transactions, user assets, and blockchain interactions.
• Experience with workflow engines such as Temporal or similar.
• Autonomous self-starter with ability to work independently across time zones and deliver in fast-paced startup environments.
• US-based & has legal work status.

Preferred

• React Native app development experience for mobile marketplace applications.
• Trading platform or financial application development with real-time features and high-scale performance requirements.
• Advanced blockchain development including multi-chain support, DeFi protocols, or Layer 2 solutions.
• DevOps and infrastructure experience with Docker, GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools.
• Domain expertise in luxury goods, collectibles, or NFT marketplace development.
• Currently located in (or willing to relocate to) New York City or New Jersey

Why Join BAXUS

BAXUS at its core is about bringing transparency, technology, access, and liquidity to the global spirits industry, from distiller to retailer to consumer and back. We sit at the crossroads of spirits and blockchain, solving big problems for both the drink and crypto worlds. Whether it’s making spirits pricing more transparent and accessible, or turning a wishlist and home bar into a live marketplace, everything we’re building delivers real value to real people.

This is a startup, so it’s fast, intense, and full of challenges - but also full of people who care deeply about the product, the culture, the history, the stories, and the magic of a liquid that people love and want to share with others across the globe.

We’ve got big ambitions and a high-performing team that moves quickly, thinks strategically, and takes pride in building products that people actually use. If you’re someone who thrives on ownership, enjoys being hands-on, and wants to help shape a category-defining company, you’ll fit right in.

Perks

• Very Remote-friendly
• Flexible hours/schedule
• Comprehensive Health insurance benefits (health, dental, vision, and health stipends if outside of US)
• Unlimited PTO
• Monthly coffee/food stipend
• Lots of fun events & opportunities (we’ve sent staff to the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Solana Breakpoint & Accelerate, unique one-of-a-kind whiskey tastings, barrel pickings, distillery tours, & more)

Think you’re a fit? Apply today!