Protocol Engineer

The Role:

• Build scalable backend services to meet critical product and business needs using Rust.
• Write high quality, well tested code to meet the needs of our customers
• Debug extremely difficult technical problems
• Breakdown high level requirements into estimated engineering tasks.
• Take ownership for the integrity and quality of the components you work on

Required Skills:

• B.S. or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of blockchain development experience with a focus on Ethereum.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience writing Rust / Go server code in a production environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience in working with crypto wallets, bridging technologies, blockchain nodes, and an understanding of Layer 2 solutions and their integration into web applications
• Interest and passion for contributing to the crypto ecosystem
• Self-driven in problem-solving, breaking down ambiguous work, and plotting a course of action
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to lead by example and take responsibility for the outcome.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with Reth or Geth (or willingness to quickly learn) and Layer 2/3 scaling solutions.
• Experience in account abstraction standards and rollup architectures
• Experience in cross-chain solver layer interactions
• Deep understanding of smart contract best practices and current industry patterns
• Contributions to open source crypto projects

Why you'll love working with us:

• Remote-first culture with flexible working hours
• Competitive salary with stock options
• 99% company-paid medical*, dental and vision insurance; 100% company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan* (US) or pension plan (CAN)
• $3,600 annual reimbursement for remote work, wellness and professional development
• Flexible time off
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Family planning and reproductive health benefits, including up to $5,000 reimbursement, through Maven*

*Benefits available to US employees only. Canada healthcare coverage differs.

Salary 

• $180,000-$220,000/year