TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Web3): Developing and optimizing the Walrus decentralized storage network core software including storage nodes, client software, smart contracts, and toolchains with an accent on safety, reliability, and efficiency. Focus on designing distributed systems, enhancing performance, and collaborating across cryptography and security teams to maintain a secure and scalable network.

Location: Remote (USA)

Salary: $150,000 - $225,000

Company

%hirify_global% builds foundational infrastructure to accelerate adoption of decentralized blockchain protocols.

What you will do

Design, implement, and maintain Walrus core components including storage nodes, client software, smart contracts, and toolchains.
Collaborate with research, cryptography, production, security, and Sui core teams to ensure network security, performance, and reliability.
Optimize systems for scalability, efficiency, and reliability.
Integrate new features and technologies with other teams at %hirify_global%.

Requirements

Location: Must be based in the USA or work remotely within the US
5+ years experience in systems or network programming, preferably in Rust, C, or C++.
Experience with distributed systems, consensus protocols, storage/database systems, or networking protocols.
Proven production experience with system monitoring and reliability focus.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Ability to drive complex projects to completion.

Nice to have

Experience with Rust programming language.
Previous work on blockchain or cryptographic protocols.
Significant open source contributions.
Research experience (MSc/PhD or informal) in relevant computer science topics.

Culture & Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
18 weeks paid parental leave.
Wellbeing programs including family planning, gender affirming care, mental health support, and financial/legal assistance.
Short and long term disability, life and accident insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Flexible paid time off and 11 paid holidays annually.
Team offsites and annual company retreats.