Senior Software Engineer - RISC-V

TriliTech; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A blockchain technology firm in London is seeking a Software Engineer to develop next-generation Layer 2 solutions on Tezos. You will tackle technically challenging problems and have a significant impact on platform design. Ideal candidates will have strong software engineering skills, a desire to work with Rust, and a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with substantial incentive schemes

Generous long-term incentive plan (LTIP)

Hybrid working environment

Daily lunch provided in-office

Commuter costs reimbursement

25 days paid holiday plus your birthday off

Enhanced parental & adoption leave

Pension contributions double matched

Private medical and travel insurance

Learning and development programs

Life assurance (5x base salary)

Qualifications

• Proactive and resourceful individuals who enjoy turning ideas into reality.
• Autonomy to make a meaningful impact from day one.
• Passionate about crypto and thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation Layer 2 solutions on Tezos.
• Engage in performance engineering and systems programming.
• Help guide important design decisions within the team.

Skills

Strong hands-on experience in software engineering

Experience with modern idiomatic Rust or willingness to learn

Strong Computer Science fundamentals

Familiarity with instruction sets

Experience in systems programming or embedded systems

Ability to solve large engineering problems

Clear communication in technical contexts

Job description

Location

London

Employment Type

Full time

Department

Engineering Core Engineering

The Role

The Core Tezos X team is developing the next-generation Layer 2 solutions on Tezos - a highly scalable computation platform enabling new blockchain use cases.

This is a technically challenging role that allows you to tackle bleeding-edge problems with other bright minds. You will have a huge impact on shaping the platform and guiding important design decisions.

We unify the domains of deterministic computation and performance to build a proof-generating virtual machine which runs common RISC-V Linux programs. This tool allows us to verify what is being run and ensure that it is being run according to our set of semantics regardless of where it is run.

Our day-to-day activities include performance engineering, thinking about commitment and proof schemes, systems programming, building SDKs for other developers, and many other interesting topics.

Our Team

At Trilitech, we drive innovation in Web3 by empowering developers and creators to build pioneering solutions on the Tezos blockchain. Our expertise spans core blockchain development, decentralised applications, infrastructure tooling, developer experience, and incubation programs, with a strong focus on cultural projects, decentralised finance, and gaming. We're dedicated to redefining possibilities and setting new standards within the rapidly evolving blockchain space.

The Technology

Tezos is an open-source blockchain known for its flexibility, security, and unique self-evolving capabilities. With innovations like Etherlink—an EVM-compatible Layer 2—Tezos is scaling rapidly and attracting a growing developer community. Its ecosystem supports diverse projects, from Uranium.io, a decentralized marketplace for tokenized uranium, to leading digital art platforms like Objkt.com.

We encourage you to explore the Tezos website and follow us on Twitter & Discord to learn more about the project.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are proactive and resourceful — those who enjoy turning ideas into reality. You’ll have plenty of autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact from day one. Bring your curiosity, energy, and determination, and you’ll play a key role in our growth journey.

If you’re comfortable taking initiative, enjoy exploring new possibilities, and are passionate about crypto and working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll feel right at home here.

What you’ll need

• Strong hands-on experience in software engineering
• Experience with modern idiomatic Rust or a strong desire to learn it
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals (e.g. algorithms, data structures and concurrency)
• Familiarity with instruction sets in various contexts
• Being comfortable or having worked on/with language runtimes, compilers or interpreters
• Experience in systems programming or embedded systems or performance-critical software
• Be able to think through large engineering problems and break them down into digestible problems
• Communicate clearly in deep technical contexts verbally but also in writing and using whiteboards

What you can expect from us

• Competitive salary with substantial incentive schemes
• Generous long-term incentive plan (LTIP) tez token scheme
• Hybrid working environment
• Daily lunch provided in-office
• Commuter costs reimbursement (up to £2,700 annually)
• 20-day policy for working abroad
• 25 days paid holiday plus your birthday off
• Enhanced parental & adoption leave
• Pension contributions double matched (up to 10%)
• Private medical and travel insurance with mental health support
• Learning and development programs
• Life assurance (5x base salary)

Why You’ll Love It

Join a fast-paced environment where you'll lead impactful initiatives. You’ll have autonomy to deliver results, supported by passionate colleagues in a focused but fun environment. We value ambition, creativity, and continuous learning—providing the ideal setting for career growth.

Our Principles

• Desire to Win: We strive for excellence and aim to be the best.
• Sense of Urgency: Adaptability and decisive action keep us ahead.
• Ownership Mindset: We lead by example, taking responsibility for outcomes.
• Pragmatism: We focus on impactful results.
• Communication: Transparency and collaboration are central.
• Resourceful Approach: We maximise our resources for competitive advantage.

Experience is great, but passion is key. If you believe in your potential, we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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