Software Engineer at NEAR Protocol

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and implementation of complex blockchain components using Rust, ensuring robustness, security, and efficiency in protocol design
• Provide end-to-end ownership of critical blockchain systems, including development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of core infrastructure
• Design and propose protocol upgrades, enhancements, and new features that improve scalability, reliability, and performance of blockchain networks
• Develop and maintain performance optimization strategies to address bottlenecks and enhance throughput in distributed systems
• Collaborate with external contributors to improve open-source blockchain projects, participate in community events, and foster ecosystem growth
• Participate in on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 support for production systems, troubleshooting issues, and implementing emergency fixes
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives and product roadmaps
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and ensure adherence to best practices in blockchain development
• Stay updated with emerging trends in blockchain technology and contribute to the evolution of protocol standards
• Document technical specifications, design decisions, and implementation details for blockchain components

Job Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in blockchain protocol development, with a strong background in Rust programming language and systems-level programming
• Deep understanding of distributed systems architecture, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic protocols essential for blockchain development
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance blockchain solutions
• Strong collaboration abilities to work effectively with remote teams, stakeholders, and open-source contributors across different time zones
• Experience with performance optimization techniques and scalability solutions for blockchain networks
• Ability to contribute to open-source projects, maintain code quality, and engage with developer communities
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with blockchain testing frameworks and tools for validating protocol correctness
• Ability to work in an on-call rotation, with a commitment to maintaining system reliability and uptime
• Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in blockchain infrastructure
• Knowledge of blockchain security best practices and risk mitigation strategies for decentralized systems
• Experience with blockchain deployment and monitoring tools for production environments
• Ability to design and implement protocol changes that align with evolving industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Excellent documentation skills to create clear and comprehensive technical specifications for blockchain components