title
Senior Rust Engineer - Cryptocurrency Node Software
job intro
As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Rust, you will be a key player within a team of highly skilled software engineers dedicated to building and maintaining a high-performance cryptocurrency node software. Your primary task will be to integrate new Rust crates into our node software — including components such as database layers, networking layers, and gRPC APIs — while maintaining and improving existing code. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the backbone of our innovative cryptocurrency platform.
responsibilities & requirements
Develop and maintain high-quality cryptocurrency node software components and specifications.
Take ownership of complex topics such as the design and implementation of a distributed tracing framework within the node software, the development of an end-user-facing gRPC API for external integrations, or the redesign of the node discovery mechanism to improve robustness and scalability.
Drive these initiatives to successful completion by collaborating effectively across teams including Research Scientists, Software Engineers, and DevOps.
Adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment where your work may evolve rapidly based on user feedback and data from the builder community.
Foster a transparent and open work environment, engaging actively with the IOTA community on GitHub, Discord and crypto conferences.
Ensure timely delivery of technical solutions while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Act as a mentor for your colleagues in our internal Rust training program.
skills & qualifications
5+ years of experience in software engineering.
3+ years of experience with Rust programming.
Basic understanding of cryptographic primitives (hashing, digital signatures, certificates, PKI) and how to properly use them.
Knowledge of database technologies (key–value data storage paradigm, e.g. RocksDB)
Proficiency in networking protocols and frameworks (e.g. tonic, TCP, QUIC)
Experience in designing and implementing gRPC APIs.
Nice to have:
Experience with blockchain technologies and distributed ledger technologies.
Experience with cybersecurity and secure software engineering.
what we offer
The opportunity to collaborate with a senior team of some of the brightest minds in the industry.
A flexible work-from-anywhere policy (we have been remote since day one).
A culture of trust, empowerment, and constructive feedback.
An agile and flexible organization with a flat hierarchy.
Germany
