[Remote] Senior Software Engineer, Blockchain Protocols at TRM Labs

United States

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Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or related field
  • Extensive experience in designing and implementing network protocols and distributed systems
  • Proficiency in lower-level programming languages such as Rust, C++, or Java
  • Familiarity with systems and networking technologies such as TCP/IP, HTTP, gRPC, libp2p, Kafka, Kubernetes, Docker, and Elasticsearch
  • Hands-on experience with peer-to-peer networking, client-server protocol development, and real-time communication systems preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be proactive, prioritize, communicate, and set and meet goals
  • Flexibility to coordinate across global time zones
  • Strong interest in acquiring knowledge in any Blockchain at the protocol level and Networks
  • Passion for solving complex network and protocol challenges at scale, and building systems that are robust, performant, and secure

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build highly scalable, reliable, and data-heavy distributed systems
  • Build and maintain performant, production-grade systems from whiteboard to deployment
  • Research, design, and productionize proprietary network and blockchain protocols
  • Design and optimize protocol behaviors including message passing, consensus, synchronization, and fault tolerance
  • Work across the stack (databases, caches, application code, deployment pipelines) to resolve technical challenges end-to-end
  • Mentor fellow team members and participate in code reviews and design reviews
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with data scientists, designers, and product managers to define and implement services
  • Drive innovation around challenges in p2p networking, libp2p, block propagation, chain re-org detection, and network observability

Skills

TRM Labs

Blockchain intelligence for financial crime detection

About TRM Labs

TRM Labs focuses on blockchain intelligence to assist financial institutions, cryptocurrency businesses, and government agencies in identifying and investigating financial crimes and fraud related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes advanced data engineering, data science, and threat intelligence to provide tools and insights that help clients combat illicit activities in the crypto sector. TRM Labs serves a wide range of clients, including banks and regulatory bodies, and generates revenue through subscription-based services and customized solutions. Its goal is to enhance the security and integrity of the global financial system by offering comprehensive blockchain analytics and investigative capabilities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$146MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Annual Company Offsite
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased scrutiny in the UK could affect operations and partnerships in the region.
Collaboration with Tether and TRON may expose TRM Labs to reputational risks.
Cyberattack vulnerabilities in crypto exchanges could impact TRM Labs' clients.

Differentiation

TRM Labs specializes in blockchain intelligence for financial crime detection and investigation.
The company collaborates with major firms like PayPal, Visa, and government agencies.
TRM Labs offers subscription-based services and customized solutions for diverse client needs.

Upsides

Partnership with Four Inc. could increase government contracts in U.S. public sector.
Success in freezing $100 million in assets highlights effectiveness in public-private partnerships.
Collaboration with DeFi platforms like 1inch enhances influence in decentralized finance.

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