Mysten Labs

Senior Software Engineer, Distributed Systems

United States

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$150,000 – $225,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Distributed Systems, Decentralized Protocols, Web3Industries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience in hands-on software engineering, including methodologies to ensure correctness and performance of implemented components. They should have a substantial role in the design and implementation of a large distributed system, along with experience in the design and evaluation of secure systems, including secure programming, appropriate use of cryptography, and prevention of DoS attacks. Fluency in a systems’ language such as Rust or C++ is required, as well as a lay person’s interest in open, decentralized, permissionless technologies.

Responsibilities

Senior Software Engineers at Mysten Labs will design and implement the company’s safe, secure, and performant decentralized platform, Sui, focusing on asynchronous networking, safe distributed systems, distributed storage, and high-performance execution runtimes for VMs. They will work closely with programming language experts and product engineers to ensure correct and efficient execution engines and platform support for user transactions. They will also contribute to design documentation, participate in technical discussions and reviews, and monitor changes in employment legislation across North America.

Skills

Rust
C++
Distributed Systems
Networking
Storage
Databases
Operating Systems
Runtimes
Cryptography
Secure Programming
High Performance Execution
Design Documentation
Technical Discussions

Mysten Labs

Develops blockchain infrastructure and programming tools

About Mysten Labs

Mysten Labs focuses on enabling true digital ownership through the development of decentralized infrastructure and tools. They are creating Sui, a decentralized blockchain that uses proof of stake and offers scalable throughput and storage, along with Move, an open-source programming language designed for building smart contracts. This allows users to manage and interact with digital assets more effectively. Unlike competitors, Mysten Labs provides a wide range of products and services that simplify access to digital assets, while also keeping users updated with company news and job opportunities. Their goal is to make digital asset ownership accessible to billions of people.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$326.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3Industries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from Ethereum and Solana in gaming and decentralized applications.
Cryptocurrency market volatility may impact Sui blockchain's adoption and stability.
Regulatory scrutiny could pose compliance challenges for Mysten Labs.

Differentiation

Mysten Labs offers a comprehensive suite of web3 tools and infrastructure.
Sui blockchain provides horizontally scalable throughput and storage for decentralized applications.
Move language enables efficient smart contract development on the Sui blockchain.

Upsides

Partnership with Ambrus Studio enhances gaming capabilities on the Sui blockchain.
Launch of Walrus Protocol strengthens Mysten Labs' decentralized storage solutions.
Team Liquid's MyBlue platform expands fan engagement using Sui's blockchain.

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