Programming Language Developer at Blockstream

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain Technology, Software Development, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

Proficiency in Rust, Haskell, or other statically-typed systems programming languages is required. Candidates must have a strong understanding of software architecture for modular systems, including package managers, dependency graphs, and build pipelines. Experience designing unit testing frameworks or automated testing tools, and a solid understanding of versioning strategies are also necessary. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a distributed team are essential.

Responsibilities

The Programming Language Developer will focus on non-core language design areas for SimplicityHL, building developer experience, tooling, and infrastructure. This includes designing and implementing unit testing and integration testing frameworks, developing tooling for modular code organization and dependency management, and defining versioning schemes with clear migration strategies. The role also involves building command-line tools, IDE integrations, documentation generators, and working with the research team to manage releases of the SimplicityHL toolchain and libraries.

Skills

Programming Language Design
Developer Experience
Tooling
Unit Testing Frameworks
Integration Testing Frameworks
Module Systems
Package Systems
Versioning
Build Pipelines
Documentation Tooling
SimplicityHL
Formal Verification
Smart Contracts

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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