Remote Senior Backend Engineer - Helius

Helius; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Helius, a leader in the Solana blockchain ecosystem, is seeking a Senior Backend/Infrastructure Engineer. In this role, you will design and maintain scalable backend infrastructure, optimize performance, and mentor team members. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in distributed systems and blockchain technology, with proficiency in programming languages like Rust and Go. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work hours, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity package

Flexible work hours and remote-friendly environment

Generous vacation and time-off policy

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in backend development and infrastructure engineering.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, specifically Solana.
• Proficient in Rust, Go, Typescript, cloud platforms, and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable backend infrastructure for developer tools.
• Collaborate with teams for seamless integration.
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance.

Skills

Backend Development

Infrastructure Engineering

Distributed Systems

Blockchain Technology

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

NoSQL

Apache Kafka

RabbitMQ

Job description

About Helius:

Helius is a leading developer platform on the Solana blockchain, dedicated to inspiring and accelerating the creation of crypto-powered software. Our mission is to empower developers and innovators by providing them with the tools and resources they need to build the future of decentralized applications. We specialize in developing RPCs, indexers, webhooks, APIs, and more for the Solana ecosystem.

We are looking for a Senior Backend/Infrastructure Engineer with experience in building and scaling distributed systems to join our growing team. If you have a passion for blockchain technology and a high sense of ownership, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable backend infrastructure to support our growing suite of developer tools and services
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components with existing systems
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance of our services to handle increasing traffic and load
• Develop monitoring and alerting systems to maintain high levels of system availability and performance
• Continuously improve system architecture, security, and best practices to stay up-to-date with industry standards
• Mentor and support other team members in understanding and implementing complex technical concepts

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in backend development and infrastructure engineering, with a focus on distributed systems
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, particularly the Solana ecosystem
• Proficient in programming languages such as Rust, Go, and Typescript
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data processing frameworks (Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a high degree of ownership and agency

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Flexible work hours and remote-friendly environment
• Generous vacation and time-off policy
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a fast-paced, dynamic industry

Heliusis an equal opportunity employer.