Senior Software Engineer, Generalist
Senior engineer hardening Anza's Agave validator client and the broader Solana network: analyzing and debugging core blockchain code, building adversarial testing frameworks, and benchmarking performance and reliability improvements. Core work is systems programming (Rust/C++) on distributed systems and consensus.
- Compensation
- $180K–$300K / yr
- Location
- San Francisco; London; Zurich; New York
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems
- Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++
- Ability to analyze complex systems, identify potential issues, and develop effective, flexible solutions
- Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes
- Growth mindset: actively consuming research papers, designing, and investigating new solutions
- Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience with consensus algorithms, distributed systems, and blockchain technology
- Familiarity with Linux, systems automation tools, and systems architecture
- Understanding of networking, architecture, and principles underlying distributed systems
- Knack for designing secure protocols, software, and algorithms that minimize trust requirements
- Self-driven, research oriented, and able to learn independently
- Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community
Full description
Compensation: $180k – $300k
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Senior Software Engineer, Generalist - Anza
Who We Are
Anza is a Solana R&D lab pushing the boundaries of blockchain performance and scalability. Anza was founded by experienced executives and core engineers solving the toughest problems in Web3. Crypto ecosystems rely on robust protocols, and we believe those are best built out in the open, with multiple contributors. We pioneer advanced solutions to meet the evolving demands of decentralized applications.
The Role
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in fortifying Anza's Agave client and the broader Solana network. This involves analyzing and debugging existing code, working with vertical subject-matter experts to understand goals, and designing and benchmarking new solutions to meet performance and reliability requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the robustness and reliability of our blockchain infrastructure, ensuring it remains secure against emerging threats and scalable to accommodate future growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance our technical infrastructure, focusing on the Agave client within the Solana ecosystem.
- Design and implement testing frameworks and methodologies that simulate adversarial attacks, identifying vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
- Gather and analyze metrics to identify performance bottlenecks.
- Work with subject matter experts to understand code component performance requirements and goals, both present and future.
- Design, implement, and benchmark solutions to improve performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that prioritize reliability, scalability, security, and optimal performance of the Solana network.
- Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment, ensuring smooth transitions between development, staging, and production environments.
- Craft detailed documentation and architecture designs to foster consistent standards and knowledge sharing across teams.
Requirements
What You'll Bring
- Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and 3+ years of hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems.
- Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++. Experience with consensus algorithms, distributed systems, and blockchain technology is highly desirable.