Senior Software Engineer, C++

Ripple; New York (NY); On-site; USD 152,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and equity

Generous vacation policy

Employee wellness reimbursement

Catered lunches

Job summary

A leading blockchain technology company in New York is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance the XRP ledger's capabilities using C++. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of relevant experience, a strong background in backend systems, and a passion for blockchain technology. Compensation ranges from $152,000 to $190,000 annually, with competitive benefits including wellness programs and parental leave.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent hands-on software product development experience using C++.
• Experience in backend distributed systems development.
• Passion for blockchain technology.

Responsibilities

• Increase the capabilities, performance, scalability, and reliability of the XRP ledger.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Be part of the open-source XRP ledger community.

Skills

C++ development

Backend distributed systems development

Problem-solving

Learning new technologies

Open-source software

Education

Bachelor’s in computer science or similar

Job description

Overview

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

RippleX is dedicated to empowering the builders of tomorrow on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), one of the world’s fastest and most reliable public blockchains. We believe in democratizing the digital economy by providing practical support, empowering a community of developers, and offering the expertise of a visionary technology company.

The XRPL is a decentralized, public blockchain led by a global community of businesses and developers looking to solve problems and create value. Proven reliable over more than a decade of operation and closing over 90 million ledger, the XRPL offers streamlined development, low transaction costs, high performance, and sustainability. We are looking for senior engineering talent to help us maintain this high technical bar, while building innovative solutions to ensure the XRPL can power the growing needs of the global digital economy.

What you’ll do

• Increase the capabilities, performance, scalability, and reliability of the XRP ledger.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including architecture, technical design, C++ development, bug fixing, as well as functional and performance validations.
• Be part of the open-source XRP ledger community, setting high standards for coding, testing, and deployment.
• Actively participate in code reviews to maintain the high quality of our codebase.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s in computer science or similar, and 5+ years of recent hands-on software product development experience using C++.
• Experience in backend distributed systems development.
• Passion for blockchain technology and its potential benefits.
• Ability to learn new technologies and languages quickly.
• Ability to independently solve highly complex problems with creative solutions.
• Nice to have: Experience in developing open-source software and contributing to collaborative blockchain communities.

Compensation and location

For positions that will be based in NY, the annual salary range for this position is below. Actual salaries may vary based on numerous factors including, among other things, an individual applicant’s experience and qualifications for the position. This range does not include equity or additional compensation, such as bonuses or commissions. NY Annual Base Salary Range: $152,000 USD - $190,000 USD

Who we are

• Take Control of Your Finances
• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
• Employee giving match
• Mobile phone stipend

• Take Care of Yourself
• R&R days so you can rest and recharge
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
• Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
• Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events

• Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.

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