Security Engineer (Web3)

TL;DR

Security Engineer (Web3): Safeguarding the Solana ecosystem by designing robust security measures and conducting in-depth audits of distributed systems protocols with an accent on Rust-based smart contract platforms. Focus on identifying vulnerabilities, implementing defense-in-depth controls, and collaborating with core developers to advance blockchain security standards.

Location: Remote (Global)

Salary: $180,000–$300,000 USD (for US-based candidates)

Company

hirify.global is a Solana R&D lab dedicated to building robust, open-source blockchain infrastructure and pushing the boundaries of scalability.

What you will do

• Design and implement security and defense-in-depth controls to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Conduct advanced security research on Solana and other Rust-based smart contract platforms.
• Perform in-depth internal security audits in collaboration with core contributors.
• Coordinate with top-tier third-party firms for external security audits.
• Communicate complex security risks and solutions to diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in complex distributed systems.
• Proven experience with security auditing and fuzzing tools in Rust.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with rigorous testing standards.
• Excellent communication skills for a remote and asynchronous work environment.
• Proficient in English required.
• Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fully remote setting.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with Solana, Cosmwasm, or NEAR platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-paced, innovative environment focused on high-impact blockchain infrastructure.
• Direct contribution to the security and scalability of global decentralized applications.
• Fully remote and asynchronous work culture.
• Opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in the Web3 space.