Description:

N1 is the first hyper-performant and horizontally scalable blockchain network designed to enable trustless computing at internet scale.
The team consists of members from prestigious institutions such as Harvard, CMU, DFINITY, VMWare, and Galaxy Digital, and is backed by top-tier investors including Founders Fund, Kraken Ventures, SALT, and Amber Group.
As a New Grad Software Engineer focusing on Backend Rust, you will be a key member of the software engineering team.
Your primary responsibilities will include spearheading the development of core backend components for the blockchain network, with a focus on networking, reliability, and scalability.
You will design and code core backend software components primarily in Rust, ensuring the creation, testing, debugging, and deployment of production-grade components.
Your role will also involve maintaining and enhancing high-quality software engineering practices within a prominent open-source project.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.
You must have experience in designing, testing, and implementing scalable backend systems.
Proficiency in a low-level programming language such as Rust, C, C++, or Zig is necessary.
Experience in systems programming is required, with strong signals including experience writing compilers, operating systems, kernels, or machine simulators.
You should have a track record of writing correct, reliable software and must have deployed software changes used by people.
The ideal candidate is a creative, independent, and collaborative team player who can 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 between $120k and $260k, reflecting the minimum and typical maximum target for new hire salaries based in New York.
The salary range may be higher for exceptionally talented professionals with decades of experience.
Individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills demonstrated during interviews, working experience, and relevant education or training.
Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only and do not include equity, tokens, or benefits.