Job Description
Seeking a skilled blockchain engineer to drive the development and optimization of core blockchain technologies. The role involves designing and implementing cross-chain protocols, conducting rigorous testing of blockchain systems, and contributing to the advancement of decentralized solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to research and develop innovative blockchain projects, ensuring alignment with industry standards and technical excellence. This position requires a deep understanding of blockchain architecture, with a focus on scalability, security, and interoperability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of foundational blockchain technologies, including cross-chain protocols and system testing frameworks
- Design and implement high-performance blockchain solutions that meet commercial-grade requirements
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging of blockchain systems to ensure reliability and efficiency
- Collaborate with developers to research and prototype new blockchain applications and features
- Optimize existing blockchain systems for better scalability, security, and interoperability
- Document technical specifications and development processes for blockchain projects
- Stay updated with emerging blockchain trends and technologies to maintain competitive edge
Job Requirements
- Proficient in Rust programming language with 3+ years of experience in blockchain development
- Strong understanding of asynchronous programming principles and their application in distributed systems
- Knowledgeable about operating system-level concepts such as Epoll for efficient I/O management
- Experience with Substrate framework for building modular blockchain architectures
- Deep expertise in consensus algorithms including BFT, PBFT, and specialized protocols like Narwhal
- Proficiency in working with relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, as well as in-memory data stores (Redis)
- Experience with communication protocols such as HTTP, WebSocket, and WebRTC for decentralized network interactions
- Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to debug complex blockchain systems
- Strong analytical skills for evaluating blockchain performance metrics and security vulnerabilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced development environments
Bonus Points
- Experience in developing commercial-grade public blockchains with production-level scalability
- Proven track record of implementing and optimizing consensus algorithms for real-world applications
- Knowledge of cryptographic protocols and their integration with blockchain systems
- Experience with smart contract development and deployment on blockchain platforms
- Understanding of blockchain interoperability solutions and cross-chain communication mechanisms
- Ability to design and implement blockchain-based decentralized applications (DApps)
- Experience with blockchain analytics tools for monitoring network performance and security
- Knowledge of blockchain governance models and their implementation in decentralized systems
- Ability to create and maintain technical documentation for blockchain projects
- Experience with blockchain testing methodologies and tools for validation
