Senior Software Engineer, Generalist

Anza Xyz; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Anza seeks a Senior Software Engineer to fortify the Agave client and the Solana network. You will analyze, debug, and design high-performance solutions while benchmarking for reliability. Collaboration with experts will drive secure, scalable outcomes across the blockchain stack.

Your work ensures the robustness of the infrastructure, addressing performance bottlenecks and potential threats, contributing to the next generation of decentralized applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in Rust or C++; knowledge of blockchain concepts is a plus.
• Security-minded with awareness of threats to consensus processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance the Agave client and Solana network components.
• Design testing frameworks to simulate adversarial attacks and identify vulnerabilities.
• Gather and analyze metrics to identify performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with experts to meet performance, reliability, and security goals.
• Document architecture designs and foster knowledge sharing across teams.

Skills

Rust

C++

Distributed systems

Security mindset

Performance optimization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Linux

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Generalist - Anza

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.
• Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community is highly desirable.

Why Join Anza?

We offer a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and problem-solving are at the heart of everything we do. Here, your work will have a direct impact on the security and scalability of blockchain technology, contributing to the foundation of decentralized applications worldwide.

We're excited to welcome individuals who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology. If you're ready to take on the challenge and contribute to the next generation of blockchain infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.

The salary range for US-based candidates will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience, skill, and location. Candidates should anticipate an annual base salary (not including incentive compensation or other benefits) of $180,000 USD to $300,000 USD.