Senior Staff Engineer, Internal Platform

<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="Kpucdjv7JoAcSZxSf7PuRl5Yscb" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-ARMWdtKDIowwlyxaSOuuzEqssIf"><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2> </div> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="Kpucdjv7JoAcSZxSf7PuRl5Yscb" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusxfrenHjJKtgnorBrzgGFPb">At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusxfrenHjJKtgnorBrzgGFPb">OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusxfrenHjJKtgnorBrzgGFPb">Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: <em>We Before Me</em>, <em>Do the Right Thing</em>, and <em>Get Things Done</em>. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.</div> </div> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-PiRwdXFmiomeQDxx0RUuDGJ1sag"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></h2> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NrSYd8kjeoNTrexRDNsuNpZOsMd">Our internal platform engineering team builds and maintains the systems that drive enterprise efficiency and support OKX's rapid global growth. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll be a key technical leader — driving architecture decisions, solving complex engineering challenges, and raising the technical bar across the organisation.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GEUbd7sWzobkyGxnNNAufQyQsXe"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-HytwdMMd1o5PQtxqi9QudDSMsWV"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own and drive architecture and design for large-scale, complex internal platform systems</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Define and influence the long-term technical roadmap, ensuring scalability and reliability at global scale</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Lead platform modernisation initiatives — architecture evolution, technical debt reduction, and reliability improvements</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, and Business stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Champion AI and intelligent automation adoption to improve operational efficiency at scale</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide technical mentorship and guidance to senior engineers across teams</li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Gy4ydICWpol34Hxzjdhu4zdVshg"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-ZvAmdvgIGoKyiHxjBTiu68Kcs9d"><strong>What We Look For In You </strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bachelor's or above in CS/Engineering; deep Java expertise with extensive large-scale distributed systems experience</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">8+ years in software engineering with a strong track record of technical leadership at scale</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hands-on architecture ownership across complex, cross-team platform delivery — from design to production</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Expert-level proficiency with: Kafka, RocketMQ, Redis, MySQL, Elasticsearch, Spring/Spring Boot</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong communication and influencing skills — able to align cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bilingual in Mandarin and English is required, as the team collaborates closely with stakeholders across multiple regions</li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-UhJ9dmqAXoYf0Rxmj2MuiHGesRc"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-CmqsdZ2GTo6Z9VxuHx4ugzRRsm3"><strong>Perks &<span style="font-size: 18pt;"> Benefits </span></strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XvQudJ7z0ouSnuxOibouMkKzsCc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Competitive total compensation package</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GAzBdJXxLo291PxrthXurPeds4g" data-list="bullet"> <div>L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CKPxdgHeoosenzxCpV2uV32ysz0" data-list="bullet"> <div>Various team building programs and company events</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Uqtsd4bN8oaHt7xyPlYuxmfcsob" data-list="bullet"> <div>More that we love to tell you along the process!</div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="18"><span class="text-only"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="6">Notice:<br></span></span></span> <div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="26"><span class="text-only">All official </span><span class="text-only text-with-abbreviation text-with-abbreviation-bottomline">OKX</span><span class="text-only"> vacancies are published on this website.</span></span> <span class="text-only" data-eleid="28"><span class="text-only">While roles may appear on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. </span></span><strong><span class="text-only" data-eleid="29"><span class="text-only">If in doubt, please apply directly through our official careers website.</span></span></strong></div> </div> <div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="18"><span class="text-only">Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to </span><span class="text-only text-with-abbreviation text-with-abbreviation-bottomline">OKX</span><span class="text-only">'s </span></span><a class="link rich-text-anchor __anchor-intercept-flag__ text-content-link" href="https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/okx-candidate-privacy-notice" target="_blank" data-eleid="19" data-lark-is-custom="true" data-lark-link="true">Candidate Privacy Notice</a><span class="text-only" data-eleid="20"><span class="text-only">.</span></span></div></div>

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...