Senior Crypto Data Engineer At Astra (Remote)
Are you passionate about cryptocurrency and data engineering? Astra is looking for a Senior Crypto Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. You will work with blockchain data, build data pipelines, and help us understand the crypto market better. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology in the rapidly growing cryptocurrency space.
At Astra, we are building the future of cryptocurrency analytics and data intelligence. Your expertise in data engineering will help us process massive amounts of blockchain data and provide valuable insights to our users. We need someone who understands both traditional data engineering and the unique challenges of working with cryptocurrency data.
August 16, 2025
August 25, 2025
Full Time / Remote
📄 Job Description
📌 Requirements
- Strong experience with data engineering tools and technologies (Python, SQL, Apache Spark).
- Knowledge of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure) and data warehousing.
- Proficiency in building ETL/ELT pipelines and data processing workflows.
- Understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ClickHouse).
- Experience with data streaming technologies (Kafka, Redis) is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
🚠️ What You Will Do
- Design and build data pipelines to process blockchain and market data.
- Develop systems to collect data from various cryptocurrency exchanges and APIs.
- Implement data quality monitoring and validation processes.
- Optimize data storage and retrieval for high-performance analytics.
- Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to support their data needs.
- Monitor and maintain data infrastructure to ensure reliability and scalability.
🏢 About Astra
📝 How to Apply
Note: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Do I need previous experience with cryptocurrency?
While crypto experience is helpful, we value strong data engineering skills and are willing to provide training on cryptocurrency and blockchain concepts.
Q2: What kind of data will I be working with?
You will work with blockchain transaction data, market prices, trading volumes, DeFi protocols data, and various cryptocurrency exchange APIs.
Q3: What tools and technologies does Astra use?
We use Python, SQL, Apache Spark, AWS services, PostgreSQL, ClickHouse, and various data streaming technologies like Kafka.
Q4: Are there opportunities for career growth?
Yes, we offer clear career progression paths, mentorship programs, and opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in the rapidly evolving crypto space.