# Software Engineer

**Company:** [N1](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/n1)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $120k – $260k/yr
**Skills:** Rust, C, C++, Zig, Systems Programming, Backend Systems, Blockchain, Networking, Scalability, Open Source
**Posted:** 2024-05-30

> Build core backend components for a horizontally scalable blockchain network, focusing on networking, reliability, and scalability. The role requires backend and systems programming experience, proficiency in a low-level language such as Rust, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design and code core backend components for a blockchain network, with a focus on networking, reliability, and scalability.
- Create, test, debug, and deploy production-grade backend software, primarily in Rust.
- Maintain and improve high-quality software engineering practices within an open-source project.

## Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience designing, testing, and implementing scalable backend systems.
- Experience with a low-level programming language such as Rust, C, C++, or Zig.
- Experience in systems programming; strong signals include writing compilers, operating systems, kernels, or machine simulators.
- Experience writing correct, reliable software and deploying changes to software used by people.
- Creative, independent, and collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment.

## Nice-to-haves
- Active participation in Bitcoin, Ethereum, blockchain projects, or the open-source community.

## Compensation
- Base salary: $120,000-$260,000 annually.
- Compensation is base salary only and excludes equity, tokens, and benefits.

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