# Senior Software Engineer

**Company:** [N1](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/n1)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $120k – $260k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Rust, C, C++, Zig, Systems Programming, Blockchain, Networking, Backend Systems, Open Source, Operating Systems
**Posted:** 2024-05-20

> Senior backend engineer responsible for building scalable, reliable blockchain infrastructure primarily in Rust, with emphasis on networking and systems programming. Requires 5+ years of backend experience and a bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design, code, test, debug, and deploy production-grade core backend components for a blockchain network.
- Focus on networking, reliability, and scalability.
- 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.
- 5+ years of 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; experience writing compilers, operating systems, kernels, or machine simulators is a strong signal.
- Experience writing correct, reliable software and deploying changes used by people.
- Creative, independent, and collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment.

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

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

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