Senior Staff Engineer, Spark
Lightspark
About this role
A Senior Staff Engineer at Lightspark will design, build, and scale the distributed backend services that power the Spark network, a Bitcoin-native Layer 2 for payments. This hands-on role involves defining system architecture for low-latency, high-availability services, extending protocol capabilities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive long-term technical direction. Additionally, the engineer will mentor team members, operate across various programming languages such as Go, Python, and Rust, and leverage modern deployment tools like Docker and Kubernetes to enhance operational reliability.
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About Lightspark
www.lightspark.comLightspark is a global payments platform that leverages Bitcoin and the Lightning Network to facilitate instant and low-cost money transfers. Designed to support digital banks, exchanges, and wallet providers, Lightspark enables businesses to connect to an open, decentralized money infrastructure, allowing for seamless and borderless transactions. Their infrastructure aims to eliminate traditional banking barriers, providing a reliable and efficient way to move money akin to information flows on the Internet. With a commitment to supporting a range of currencies and payment methods, Lightspark is revolutionizing the way organizations manage financial transactions across the globe.
Recent company news
Watkins Advises Lightspark in Its Acquisition of Striga
Oct 23, 2025
SoFi taps Lightspark as it looks to use Bitcoin Lightning for an international money transfer service
Aug 19, 2025
SoFi and Lightspark Team on Blockchain Remittances
Aug 19, 2025
Tether Integrates Spark Into WDK, Ushering in a New Era of Lightning-Enabled, Non-Custodial Financial Infrastructure
Aug 14, 2025
SoFi Partners with Lightspark to Power Blockchain-Enabled International Money Transfers
Aug 19, 2025
About Lightspark
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$255k – $300k
per year