Systems Engineer
Develops and operates scalable, secure blockchain infrastructure, managing 1000-node networks and optimizing high-throughput systems. Requires 5-10 years experience in low-level systems programming with kernel/data structures expertise and startup background.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Develop a blockchain with high security, scalability and decentralization.
- Operate a network of 1000 nodes and $500M assets in open development.
- Optimize 100M requests per second at $250K monthly operational cost.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in computer science – specializing in kernel, data structures or compilers.
- 5 to 10 years of working experience including 1 year of startup experience.
- 60-hour work week, daily 4-hour overlap with Pacific Time.
- Exceptional communication and people skills.
Skills
C, C++, Linux Kernel, Data Structures, Compilers, Rust, Systems Programming, Distributed Systems, Blockchain, Kubernetes
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