Software Engineer, Consensus - (Remote in USA)

Job Responsibilities: ? Design, implement, and improve mechanisms to enhance the throughput and stability of the Solana network. ? Create and refine algorithms to ensure fair and efficient block production among validators. ? Identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities within consensus mechanisms to provide robust protection against emerging threats. ? Enhance the scalability of the consensus system to handle increasing transaction volumes and validator participation without compromising performance. ? Develop and execute comprehensive tests to validate the reliability and efficiency of consensus mechanisms, including stress tests, fault injection, and performance benchmarking. ? Work closely with cross-functional teams, including protocol engineers, security experts, and infrastructure teams, to ensure seamless integration and functioning of consensus components. ? Maintain thorough documentation of consensus protocols and conduct peer code reviews to ensure high standards of code quality and consistency.

Candidate Requirements: ? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience with 3+ years of hands-on experience in core infrastructure software and distributed systems. ? Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++. Experience with consensus algorithms, distributed systems, and blockchain technology is highly desirable. ? Ability to analyze complex systems, identify issues, and develop effective, flexible solutions. ? Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes. ? Actively consuming research papers and exploring new solutions. ? Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques. ? Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Desirable:
? 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.
? Knowledge of Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT).
? Self-driven, research-oriented, and capable of independent learning.
? Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community is highly desirable.

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