Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Distributed Systems / Blockchain Core)

PulseRise Technologies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PulseRise Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong modern C++ expertise to innovate on our distributed blockchain ledger. You will work on critical aspects of consensus, transaction processing, and network performance, optimizing our system to secure decentralized transactions.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience and a strong grasp of distributed systems. This full-time position is hybrid, allowing for relocation between New York and San Francisco. Join us to shape the future of blockchain technology.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in modern C++ (production environment experience required).
• Direct experience contributing to blockchain, decentralized ledger, DeFi, or crypto protocol projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize core distributed ledger components.
• Enhance performance, scalability, and decentralization of the core protocol.
• Improve peer-to-peer networking and resilience against coordinated attacks.

Skills

Modern C++ expertise

Distributed systems knowledge

Networking concepts

Software design patterns

Excellent communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or related field

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong modern C++ expertise to help design and evolve the distributed engine powering a global blockchain ledger. This role sits at the core protocol layer, working on high-impact distributed systems that secure consensus, transaction processing, and network performance. You will contribute directly to performance optimization, peer-to-peer networking, decentralization mechanisms, and security hardening against adversarial conditions. The position requires strong systems thinking and experience building reusable, extensible, production-grade components. You will engage deeply in technical design discussions, code reviews, and protocol-level architecture decisions. This is an opportunity to work on real-world, globally utilized blockchain infrastructure at scale.

Details

Location: New York or San Francisco (relocation considered)

Work Model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Blockchain / Distributed Systems

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize core distributed ledger components
• Contribute to consensus mechanism improvements and simulation models
• Enhance performance, scalability, and decentralization of the core protocol
• Improve peer-to-peer networking and resilience against coordinated attacks
• Write high-performance, production-grade C++ code
• Participate actively in architecture design, technical reviews, and protocol discussions
• Build reusable, modular components aligned with long-term protocol evolution
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and ecosystem stakeholders

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional software engineering experience
• BS or MS in Computer Science or related field
• Strong expertise in modern C++ (production environment experience required)
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and networking concepts
• Strong knowledge of software design patterns and modular architecture
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions
• Direct experience contributing to blockchain, decentralized ledger, DeFi, or crypto protocol projects — or demonstrated active engagement in Web3 ecosystems

Nice to Have

• Experience with Rust
• Experience contributing to open-source blockchain projects
• Experience modeling or simulating distributed consensus systems
• Background in cryptography or protocol-level security

Interview Process

• Recruiter Interview
• Three-part Take-Home Assessment
• Hiring Manager Conversation
• Virtual Onsite (technical + collaborative components)
• Final Onsite in San Francisco with CTO / Head of Engineering