Software Engineer (Incubation) - Full-time

Parity Technologies; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading blockchain firm is seeking a Software Engineer (Incubation) in London. This role involves designing and maintaining core components of the Polkadot ecosystem, requiring strong proficiency in Rust and extensive software development experience. Join a forward-thinking team focused on groundbreaking projects in the Web3 space, offering competitive remuneration and flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration packages

Flexible hours

Work laptop

Relocation opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Rust with experience in blockchain tech.
• Understanding of protocol design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core components of the Polkadot ecosystem.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and prototype blockchain solutions.
• Conduct testing and debugging of core blockchain components.

Skills

Software development experience

Proficiency in Rust

Understanding of blockchain technologies

In-depth knowledge of software engineering best practices

Job description

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Software Engineer (Incubation) - Full-time, London

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Client:

Parity Technologies

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

People in Our Collective Are

• Highly motivated to contribute to Parity’s mission and be part of something bigger
• Excited to work on projects that are groundbreaking and complex
• Autonomous workers that self-initiate, but also collaborate well with others
• Taking maximum accountability and having minimum ego at work
• Comfortable with chaos and adapting to the ever-changing Web3 space
• Continuously educating themselves about Parity and the wider ecosystem

About the Position

• Design, develop, and maintain core components of the Polkadot ecosystem, with a focus on integrating JAM.
• Collaborate with the research and incubation teams to identify and prototype blockchain solutions, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Conduct rigorous testing and debugging of core blockchain components to ensure security, scalability, and reliability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, providing insights and recommendations to drive the continuous improvement of our platform.

About You

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Rust, with a proven track record of developing and maintaining blockchain tech, decentralised systems, or distributed databases at scale.
• Understanding of blockchain technologies, with experience in protocol design and implementation.
• In depth knowledge of software engineering best practices.
• Ability to work in a fully autonomous environment.

About Working for Us

• Competitive remuneration packages based on iterative market research, including tokens (where legally possible)
• “Future of work” environment that’s remote-first and self-initiating with flexible hours
• Team mates that are genuinely excited about their impact and projects
• Access to the brightest minds in this space to learn about Web3 and develop your skills and knowledge while on the job
• Becoming part of the wider ecosystem (career and networking opportunities)
• Team and company-wide retreats
• Work laptop
• Opportunity to relocate to Germany or Portugal (with visa sponsorship)