Senior Backend Engineer
CoinbaseSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, Financial Services, Quantitative FinanceIndustries
Position Overview
- Location Type: Remote
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Salary: Not specified
- Description: We are seeking an experienced Systems Software Engineer with expertise in applied cryptography, peer-to-peer networks, distributed systems, open source software, and cryptocurrency protocols (such as Bitcoin). This role focuses on the design, implementation, and evolution of the Taproot Assets Protocol [2][3]. Ideal candidates possess a strong fundamental understanding of the core Bitcoin protocol, proposed updates to augment smart contracting functionality, and widespread application standards such as PSBTs. A passion for Bitcoin and a desire to make using Bitcoin cheap, fast, and simple for everyone is highly valued.
Requirements
- Strong engineering background with solid programming skills.
- Experience in Go (desired), C, or C++ is relevant.
- Thorough understanding of the principles of distributed systems and peer-to-peer networking.
- Solid engineering practices and processes, such as testing methodology and documentation.
- Experience with Bitcoin, cryptography, and/or financial software.
- Prior contributions to crypto protocols and open source software collaboration (preferred).
- Quick learner, geared towards implementation.
- Eager to develop new skills and willing to take ownership of projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement core Taproot Assets Protocol (TAP) features and algorithms.
- Contribute to mission-critical peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons written in Go.
- Collaborate with the greater team on the research and design of future iterations of the Taproot Assets Protocol.
- Participate in issue triage and code review of open source contributions to our various repos.
- Communicate with the wider community and industry about our software and technology.
Application Instructions
- Check out our Github repos at:
Company Information
- Not specified.
Skills
Cryptography
Peer-to-Peer Networking
Distributed Systems
Go
C
C++
Bitcoin
Open Source Software
Cryptocurrency Protocols
PSBTs
Lightning Labs
Develops software for Lightning Network transactions
About Lightning Labs
Lightning Labs develops software for the Lightning Network, which is a layer on the Bitcoin blockchain that allows for faster and cheaper transactions. Their main product, Lightning Terminal, is a web interface that helps users manage nodes in the Lightning Network, making it easier to handle many low-fee Bitcoin transactions quickly. This product is especially useful for businesses and individuals who need to conduct numerous transactions efficiently. Lightning Labs stands out by focusing on open-source software and offering premium tools that enhance the Lightning Network's functionality. Their goal is to improve the efficiency and accessibility of Bitcoin transactions for a wide range of clients, including developers and financial institutions.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$80.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
11-50Employees