Senior Backend Engineer, Nitro

Your tasks

• Develop core backend infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain systems that support blockchain execution and Ethereum scaling.
• Solve distributed systems challenges: Address complex engineering problems involving reliability, performance, scalability, and system behavior.
• Optimize performance: Identify bottlenecks, conduct rigorous experiments, and implement improvements to system efficiency and throughput.
• Strengthen security: Apply a security-first mindset throughout development, proactively identifying vulnerabilities and reducing potential risks.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with research, product, and blockchain engineering teams to deliver robust technical solutions.
• Take ownership of outcomes: Drive projects from investigation through implementation, seek innovative solutions, and contribute beyond immediate responsibilities when needed.
• Support continuous improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies, exchange feedback openly, and help improve engineering practices and system architecture.

Requirements

• Backend engineering experience: Extensive production experience with a programming language that supports concurrency, such as Go, C++, or Rust.
• Strong engineering track record: Demonstrated contributions to significant products or systems, with the ability to solve complex technical problems through experimentation and rigorous analysis.
• Security-focused development: Experience identifying and addressing potential threats and vulnerabilities in code, with a strong commitment to secure engineering practices.
• Ownership and initiative: Ability to take responsibility for technical outcomes, explore new approaches, and contribute beyond assigned day-to-day tasks.
• Technical curiosity: An active interest in emerging technologies and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Communication and collaboration: Clear, direct, and transparent communication skills, with experience working closely with teammates and responding constructively to feedback.
• Additional qualifications: Familiarity with WebAssembly, particularly developing high-performance and secure production code, is an advantage. Experience with compilers, system architecture, or SDK development is also desirable.

What we offer

• Remote-first work environment: Join a globally distributed team, with an office available in New York.
• Professional development reimbursement: Financial support for industry conferences, certifications, and other professional learning opportunities.
• Healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance in the United States and certain other countries.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with company matching for eligible US employees.
• Wellness stipend: Financial support for employee wellness.
• Home office support: Home office setup and ergonomic equipment program.

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