Senior Developer (Rust)
1PasswordSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain Technology, Software Development, CryptocurrencyIndustries
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What programming languages or skills are required for this role?
Proficiency in Rust, Haskell, or other statically-typed systems programming languages is required, along with strong understanding of software architecture for modular systems, experience designing unit testing frameworks, solid understanding of versioning strategies, and strong communication skills.
Is this a remote position?
The role involves working in a distributed team, suggesting remote work is supported.
What are the main responsibilities of this Programming Language Developer role?
Responsibilities include designing testing infrastructure, developing module and package systems, defining versioning and upgrade paths, building developer tooling, creating documentation systems, and managing releases.
What is the company culture like at Blockstream?
The team is distributed and collaborative, with the developer working alongside Simplicity language researchers on developer-focused aspects of the language.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
Candidates with proficiency in Rust or Haskell, experience in designing testing frameworks and developer tooling, knowledge of versioning strategies, and the ability to collaborate in a distributed team stand out; familiarity with functional programming, blockchain, or smart contract platforms is a plus.
Blockstream
Blockchain solutions for Bitcoin and digital assets
About Blockstream
Blockstream enhances the infrastructure of the cryptocurrency market, focusing on Bitcoin and digital assets. Their main products include the Liquid Network, which allows for faster and more private transactions; Blockstream Mining, offering mining services and investment opportunities; Core Lightning, which enables quicker and cheaper Bitcoin transactions; and secure wallets like Blockstream Green and Jade for storing Bitcoin and Liquid assets. They also provide global access to Bitcoin data through Blockstream Satellite, which broadcasts the Bitcoin blockchain via satellite. Blockstream serves a wide range of clients, from individual users to institutional investors, and generates revenue through transaction fees, mining services, hardware sales, and partnerships. Their goal is to improve the security, scalability, and functionality of Bitcoin and other digital assets, making them a versatile player in the digital asset ecosystem.
Montreal, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$604.1MTotal Funding
CONVERTIBLECompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Stock Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Risks
Competition from Ledger and Trezor challenges Blockstream's Jade wallet market share.
New CIO Sean Bill may shift asset management strategies, affecting partnerships.
Convertible note financing increases financial risk if market conditions change.
Differentiation
Blockstream Satellite provides Bitcoin access without internet, enhancing global accessibility.
Liquid Network offers faster, confidential transactions, appealing to traders and exchanges.
Core Lightning facilitates cheaper Bitcoin transactions, improving scalability and efficiency.
Upsides
Rising demand for non-custodial wallets boosts Blockstream Green Wallet adoption.
Growing interest in satellite-based solutions aligns with Blockstream Satellite's capabilities.
Bitcoin's hash rate increase benefits Blockstream's mining operations and investment products.
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