Software Engineer - Campus (Intern & New Grad) at Ellipsis Labs

New York, New York, United States

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$150,000 – $180,000Compensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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DeFi, Blockchain, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

Hands-on experience building software (courses, personal projects, research, or internships) in Rust, C++, C, or another low-level language; you write clear, tested code
Solid Unix/Linux fundamentals (shell, processes, files, basic networking)
Strong CS foundations (data structures, concurrency, systems thinking)
Ability to make informed trade-offs with business context; high agency and a team-first mindset
Curiosity about DeFi (prior domain experience not required)
Preferred
Experience or coursework in distributed systems, networking, OS, compilers, or low-latency systems
Familiarity with blockchain technology (Solana a plus)
Interest or experience in quant trading/fintech
Rust proficiency

Responsibilities

Build and maintain scalable production services with mentorship from senior engineers (handling thousands of QPS; future systems need to scale by an order of magnitude)
Implement and extend performance tooling and observability, profiling at the micro- and nanosecond level where it matters
Contribute to ambitious initiatives (e.g., real-time data indexing at scale) from specification and design through implementation, testing, monitoring, and maintenance, owning scoped projects end-to-end

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RustC++CLinuxUnixshelldata structuresconcurrencydistributed systemsnetworkingOScompilerslow-latency systemsSolanablockchain

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range is $150K - $180K.

Is this role remote or hybrid, and where is the office located?

The role is hybrid and all roles are in the Ellipsis Labs office in New York City.

What skills are required for this Software Engineer role?

Required skills include hands-on experience building software in Rust, C++, C, or another low-level language; solid Unix/Linux fundamentals; strong CS foundations like data structures, concurrency, and systems thinking; ability to make trade-offs with business context; high agency and team-first mindset; and curiosity about DeFi.

What is the company culture like at Ellipsis Labs?

As an early-stage startup, Ellipsis Labs appreciates bright generalists who can iterate and ship quickly, with mentorship from senior engineers.

What should I include in my application for this role?

Indicate your preference for Intern (10–12 weeks) or New Grad (full-time) track when you apply, and highlight hands-on software building experience in low-level languages, strong CS fundamentals, and high agency.

Ellipsis Labs

Decentralized finance solutions on Solana

About Ellipsis Labs

Ellipsis Labs creates products for the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, focusing on advanced financial solutions using blockchain technology. Their main product, the Phoenix protocol, operates as a leading orderbook spot exchange on the Solana blockchain, allowing users to trade assets efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Ellipsis Labs emphasizes sustainability and has a strong in-person team culture, which supports their long-term vision. The company's goal is to provide a reliable platform for trading and financial services while generating revenue through transaction fees.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$43.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries

1-10Employees