Senior Software Engineer - Rust - Backend
Kraken- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should have experience building software systems with high-quality and well-documented production code. A demonstrated track record of high agency and a team-first attitude is essential, along with strong communication and collaboration skills. A passion for crypto and zero-knowledge proofs is required. Familiarity with optimized systems programming and a strong grasp of Rust are nice to have.
The Senior Software Engineer will build and maintain an optimized, distributed proving cluster for SP1, our state-of-the-art zkVM. They will work on general backend systems, including indexing, relaying, monitoring, and more for our prover network. The role requires a strong generalist comfortable across all parts of the stack and capable of quickly picking up new technologies and frameworks.
Enhances blockchain interoperability and efficiency
Succinct.xyz focuses on improving blockchain technology, particularly in interoperability and efficiency. The company develops tools and protocols that enhance the performance of blockchain networks. One of their main products is a verifiable proof of Bitcoin block headers, which allows users to verify blockchain data without downloading the entire blockchain, speeding up the process. Another key offering is "Telepathy," a decentralized zkSNARK interoperability protocol for Ethereum, enabling secure communication between different blockchain networks. Additionally, they provide a gas-efficient on-chain light client for Ethereum's Proof of Stake system, which reduces the resources needed for transaction verification. Succinct.xyz differentiates itself by offering advanced solutions that help clients achieve better efficiency and interoperability in their blockchain operations, aiming to support developers, enthusiasts, and enterprises in the blockchain space.