Solana Rust Engineer
Solana FoundationSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years), Junior (1 to 2 years)
$135,000 – $203,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience. Proficiency in writing network services or asynchronous code in Rust is required. A security-first mindset during system design is essential, along with the ability to autonomously debug issues across the stack. A solid understanding of distributed systems and technologies, including RPC protocols, Kafka, and Event-Driven Systems, is necessary. Candidates should also demonstrate effective collaboration with product teams and take complete end-to-end ownership of systems and libraries. Deep knowledge in one or more blockchain ecosystems such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cosmos, or Solana is a plus, as is proficiency with Typescript (Node.js). A strong passion for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, along with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach, is expected.
Responsibilities
The Senior Software Engineer will design and implement robust Rust services and libraries. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Design, and Frontend Engineering, to ensure seamless integration of new features and improvements. The role involves writing reusable, testable, and highly efficient code while collaborating on large-scale distributed systems architecture. Additionally, the engineer will work closely with experienced Rust engineers and have opportunities to work with on-chain data. They will also provide mentorship to other engineers and contribute to defining the technical culture.
Skills
Rust
Kafka
RPC
Distributed Systems
Asynchronous Code
Network Services
Debugging
Security
Blockchain
Kraken
Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading
About Kraken
Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.
Key Metrics
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$108.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees