Anza

Senior Software Engineer, Consensus

New York, New York, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 194 days ago

Distributed SystemsAlgorithmsCode ReviewLinuxResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

As a Software Engineer specializing in consensus, you will play a critical role in fortifying Anza's Agave client and the broader Solana network.
Your work will directly improve the efficiency and reliability of our blockchain infrastructure, ensuring robust, timely consensus mechanisms.
Ensure Security and Integrity: Identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities within the consensus mechanisms, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats.

You will focus on optimizing the processes that underpin the agreement on block validity and order, ensuring they are secure, performant, and scalable to support future growth.
Design, implement, and optimize the mechanisms for consensus to enhance the throughput and stability of the Solana network.
Develop and refine algorithms to ensure fair and efficient agreement on block production among validators.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including core protocol engineers, security experts, and infrastructure teams, to ensure the seamless integration and functioning of the consensus components.
Maintain thorough documentation of the consensus protocols and conduct peer code reviews to uphold high standards of code quality and consistency.
Develop and Optimize Consensus Mechanisms: Design, implement, and optimize the mechanisms for consensus to enhance the throughput and stability of the Solana network.
Efficient Coordination: Develop and refine algorithms to ensure fair and efficient agreement on block production among validators.
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including core protocol engineers, security experts, and infrastructure teams, to ensure the seamless integration and functioning of the consensus components.

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and 3+ years of hands-on experience with 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.
Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes.
Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques.
What You'll Bring Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and 3+ years of hands-on experience with core infrastructure software and distributed systems.
Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++.
Collaboration and Communication: Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Familiarity with Linux, systems automation tools, and systems architecture.
Here, your work will have a direct impact on the security and scalability of blockchain technology, contributing to the foundation of decentralized applications worldwide.
We're excited to welcome individuals who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology.
If you're ready to take on the challenge and contribute to the next generation of blockchain infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.

Security Mindset: Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes.
Growth Mindset: Actively consuming research papers, designing, and investigating new solutions.
Performance Optimization: Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques.
Preferred Qualifications 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.
Self-driven, research oriented, and the ability to learn independently.
Active participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community is highly desirable.
Why Join Anza?
The salary range for US-based candidates will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience, skill, and location.
Candidates should anticipate an annual base salary (not including incentive compensation or other benefits) of $180,000 USD to $300,000 USD.

The salary range for US-based candidates will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience, skill, and location.
Candidates should anticipate an annual base salary (not including incentive compensation or other benefits) of $180,000 USD to $300,000 USD.

Software Engineer, Consensus - Anza Who We Are Anza is a Solana R&D lab pushing the boundaries of blockchain performance and scalability.
Anza was founded by experienced executives and core engineers solving the toughest problems in Web3.

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