Job Url: https://builtin.com/job/senior-software-engineer-backend-rust/4759052 Job Description: N1 (layern.com) Senior Software Engineer (Backend Rust) Job Posted 10 Days Ago Reposted 10 Days Ago 38 Locations In-Office or Remote 120K-260K Senior level Blockchain • Cryptocurrency The Role Develop core backend components for a blockchain network, focusing on reliability and scalability, mainly using Rust. Ensure code quality through testing and debugging. Summary Generated by Built In About N1: N1 is the first hyper-performant and horizontally scalable blockchain network designed to enable trustless computing at internet scale. N1 is comprised of a team spanning backgrounds from Harvard, CMU, DFINITY, VMWare, Galaxy Digital, and more, and is backed by top-tier institutions like Founders Fund, Kraken Ventures, SALT, Amber Group, and more. Position Overview: As a key member of the software engineering team, you will spearhead the development of the core backend components for our blockchain network, focusing on networking, reliability, and scalability. Your primary responsibilities will entail designing and coding core backend software components primarily in Rust, leveraging your extensive experience to ensure the creation, testing, debugging, and deployment of production-grade components. Your role will involve maintaining and enhancing high-quality software engineering practices within a prominent open-source project. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent practical experience 5+ years of experience in designing, testing, and implementing scalable backend systems Experience with a low level programming language like Rust, C, C++, Zig Experience in systems programming. Strong signals include experience writing compilers, operating systems, kernels, machine simulators Experience writing correct, reliable software. Must have worked on and deployed software changes to software used by people Creative, independent, and collaborative team player with the ability to work in a fast paced environment Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community is highly desirable The base salary range for this full-time position is $120k - $260k. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and typical maximum target for new hire salaries for the position of a candidate based in New York at any level. We do hire exceptionally talented professionals with decades of experience in their field. As such, our range may be higher than what is displayed. Our base salary ranges are determined by experience and location, and we hire at all levels for multiple roles. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills demonstrated during the interviews, working experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include equity, tokens, or benefits. Read Full Description Top Skills C C++ Rust Zig View all jobs at N1 (layern.com) View N1 (layern.com) Profile Report Job Am I A Good Fit? beta Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent practical experience 5+ years of experience in designing, testing, and implementing scalable backend systems Experience writing correct, reliable software Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community Experience with a low level programming language like Rust, C, C++, Zig Experience in systems programming and writing compilers, operating systems, kernels, machine simulators ANALYSIS BASED ON YOUR RESUME: Maxwell_Reshel-Software Engineer, Mobile-Vivian Health.docx To select or upload a new resume, visit edit profile. The Company HQ: New York City, New York 11 Employees Year Founded: 2023 What We Do Layer N is Ethereum's StateNet—A novel L2 designed as a network of custom and optimized rollup nodes powered by a shared state and liquidity layer.