Senior Software Engineer, Generalist

FHDA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Anza is a Solana R&D lab focused on blockchain performance and scalability. We seek a Senior Software Engineer to fortify the Agave client and the Solana network, analyzing and debugging code and benchmarking new solutions to meet performance and reliability goals.

You will work with experts to understand goals, design robust systems, and ensure secure, scalable operations across development, staging, and production environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in systems programming languages, Rust or C++.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance the Agave client within the Solana ecosystem.
• Design and implement testing frameworks and methodologies to simulate adversarial attacks.
• Gather and analyze metrics to identify performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to meet performance requirements.
• Design, implement, and benchmark solutions to improve performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability, scalability, security, and performance of the Solana network.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle from concept to deployment.

Skills

Rust

C++

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Anza is a Solana R&D lab pushing the boundaries of blockchain performance and scalability. Anza was founded by experienced executives and core engineers solving the toughest problems in Web3. Crypto ecosystems rely on robust protocols, and we believe those are best built out in the open, with multiple contributors. We pioneer advanced solutions to meet the evolving demands of decentralized applications.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in fortifying Anza's Agave client and the broader Solana network. This involves analyzing and debugging existing code, working with vertical subject-matter experts to understand goals, and designing and benchmarking new solutions to meet performance and reliability requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the robustness and reliability of our blockchain infrastructure, ensuring it remains secure against emerging threats and scalable to accommodate future growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance our technical infrastructure, focusing on the Agave client within the Solana ecosystem.
• Design and implement testing frameworks and methodologies that simulate adversarial attacks, identifying vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
• Gather and analyze metrics to identify performance bottlenecks.
• Work with subject matter experts to understand code component performance requirements and goals, both present and future.
• Design, implement, and benchmark solutions to improve performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that prioritize reliability, scalability, security, and optimal performance of the Solana network.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment, ensuring smooth transitions between development, staging, and production environments.
• Craft detailed documentation and architecture designs to foster consistent standards and knowledge sharing across teams.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and 3+ years of hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems.
• Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++. Experience with consensus algorithms, distributed systems, and blockchain technology is highly desirable.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex systems, identify potential issues, and develop effective, flexible solutions.
• Security Mindset: Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes.
• Growth Mindset: Actively consuming research papers, designing, and investigating new solutions.
• Performance Optimization: Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques.
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Linux, systems automation tools, and systems architecture.
• Understanding of networking, architecture, and principles underlying distributed systems.
• A knack for designing secure protocols, software, and algorithms that minimize trust requirements.
• Self-driven, research oriented, and the ability to learn independently.