Software Engineer at Fuel

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of core components for the Fuel network stack, including full nodes, SDKs, and tooling solutions.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to identify and implement scalability improvements across blockchain layers.
• Develop and maintain Rust-based software that ensures high performance, security, and reliability in decentralized systems.
• Contribute to the creation of Sway tooling and integration with existing blockchain frameworks to enhance developer productivity.
• Debug complex issues, optimize code for efficiency, and ensure compatibility with industry standards and protocols.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and share knowledge to strengthen the team's technical capabilities.
• Stay updated on emerging blockchain technologies and trends to inform architectural decisions and innovation strategies.
• Work with stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize features, and deliver solutions that meet business and technical goals.
• Ensure the scalability of blockchain networks by addressing bottlenecks in consensus algorithms, data storage, and network communication.
• Collaborate with QA teams to develop testing frameworks and validate the performance of blockchain systems under various conditions.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on Rust programming language and blockchain development.
• Advanced knowledge of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and decentralized systems with a track record of delivering scalable solutions.
• Expertise in designing and implementing high-performance software systems, with a deep understanding of optimization techniques and system-level programming.
• Strong proficiency in Rust, including familiarity with its ecosystem, memory management, and concurrency models.
• Experience with Sway tooling and blockchain development frameworks, such as Solidity or other smart contract languages.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues in distributed systems and blockchain protocols.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile development environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and contributors.
• Experience with version control systems like Git and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for software development.
• Knowledge of blockchain scalability challenges, including state management, transaction processing, and network throughput optimization.
• Preferred: Experience with blockchain projects that prioritize scalability, such as Layer 2 solutions or sharding technologies.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Rust-based blockchain platforms and their integration with existing infrastructure.
• Preferred: Strong background in distributed systems design and implementation, with a focus on high availability and fault tolerance.
• Preferred: Experience with open-source development and community contributions to blockchain projects.
• Preferred: Understanding of cryptographic principles and their application in blockchain systems.