# New Grad Software Engineer

**Company:** [N1](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/n1)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $120k – $260k/yr
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Rust, C, C++, Zig, Systems Programming, Backend Systems, Blockchain, Networking, Scalability, Open Source
**Posted:** 2025-06-05

> Build and deploy scalable, reliable backend components for a blockchain network, primarily in Rust, with emphasis on networking and systems programming. The role is intended for new graduates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience and strong software engineering fundamentals.

## Job Description

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

## Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 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 work on compilers, operating systems, kernels, or machine simulators.
- Experience writing correct, reliable software and deploying changes used by people.
- Creative, independent, and collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment.

## Nice-to-haves
- 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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