Remote Software Engineer (SDK-Node) - Full-time

Description:

• The Polkadot ecosystem aims to create a better web that respects individual freedom and data while empowering developers through decentralized technology.
• Polkadot operates as a distributed organization with a flat structure that encourages ownership and responsibility among its employees.
• The SDK-Node team is responsible for developing and maintaining the node software that powers the Polkadot network, focusing on design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of key components such as networking, databases, runtime execution, consensus mechanisms, and synchronization logic.
• The team values transparency and adheres to open source development principles, with their repository available on GitHub.
• As a Rust Core Developer, you will work with a motivated team of rust and backend experts, discuss features and issues on GitHub, solve complex problems, and create integration and unit tests to ensure node functionality.

Requirements:

• You must have at least 3 years of experience as a software engineer.
• Significant backend experience is required.
• You should be able to work on problems end-to-end, from analysis to implementation and testing.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work as a team player are essential.
• Experience with distributed systems is necessary.
• You must be able to quickly grasp and learn new concepts.
• Taking ownership and feeling responsible for your area of expertise is important.
• You should be able to work autonomously and identify performance bottlenecks to resolve them.
• Nice to have: Experience in writing Rust and blockchain experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration packages, including tokens where legally possible, based on market research.
• A remote-first, global working environment with flexible hours.
• A collaborative, fast-paced, and self-initiating culture.
• Opportunities for energizing and collaborative team and company retreats.
• Access to educational initiatives such as internal sessions, all-hands, AMAs, and hackathons to learn more about Web3.
• Teammates who are passionate about their work and Parity’s mission.
• Opportunity to relocate to Germany or Portugal.
• Employees in Germany, Portugal, Switzerland, and the U.K. enjoy additional benefits such as health care, parental leave, 28 days of PTO per year, local team events, a yearly learning and development budget, and language classes.