Encryption Engineer at Unit 410

Austin, Texas, United States

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$150,000 – $200,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cryptocurrency, BlockchainIndustries

Requirements

Proven experience running and supporting production systems at scale
Deep curiosity for exploring blockchain networks at their most granular levels
An automation-first mindset — you’d rather build tools than babysit systems
Based in (or willing to relocate to) Austin, Texas

Responsibilities

Architect and ship backend services that integrate seamlessly with the newest cryptocurrency SDKs
Dissect and understand novel blockchain networks—everything from payloads and contract calls to consensus mechanisms
Design and embed key generation and signing into our infrastructure to support newly launched protocols
Build fault-tolerant systems first, then aggressively automate workflows to eliminate manual effort as use cases evolve
Partner with internal and external security experts to reinforce our stack—software, hardware, and protocols alike
Spot opportunities in fast-moving crypto ecosystems and lead integrations with the most promising new protocols

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Backend ServicesCryptocurrency SDKsBlockchain NetworksKey ManagementKey GenerationDigital SigningSelf-Custody WalletsSmart ContractsConsensus MechanismsCryptography

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Encryption Engineer position?

The salary range is $150K - $200K.

Is this role remote or onsite, and where is it located?

This is an onsite role requiring you to be based in or willing to relocate to Austin, Texas.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

You need proven experience running production systems at scale, deep curiosity for blockchain networks, an automation-first mindset, and primary proficiency in Go (Golang) and Rust.

What is the company culture like at Unit 410?

The team values autonomy, intellectual curiosity, and building impactful solutions in crypto, consisting of experts from NASA, Google, Coinbase, and Twitter who power high-impact technologies.

What makes a strong candidate for this Encryption Engineer role?

Strong candidates have proven experience with production systems at scale, deep blockchain curiosity, an automation-first approach, and are based in or willing to relocate to Austin; bonus for experience with Coreboot/Heads or reproducible builds.

Unit 410

Enables secure use of digital assets by stakeholders

About Unit 410

Unit 410 specializes in technology that enhances the security and functionality of digital asset utilization for major cryptocurrency stakeholders. This focus on security and advanced technology makes it a premier workplace for those interested in being at the forefront of the cryptocurrency industry. The company's commitment to developing secure and sophisticated solutions ensures a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, ideal for professionals looking to innovate within a rapidly evolving sector.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Cybersecurity, Crypto & Web3Industries

11-50Employees