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Anza was founded by experienced executives and core engineers solving the toughest problems in Web3. Crypto ecosystems rely on robust protocols, and we believe those are best built out in the open, with multiple contributors. We pioneer advanced solutions to meet the evolving demands of decentralized applications.\nThe Role\nAs a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in fortifying Anza's Agave client and the broader Solana network. This involves analyzing and debugging existing code, working with vertical subject-matter experts to understand goals, and designing and benchmarking new solutions to meet performance and reliability requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the robustness and reliability of our blockchain infrastructure, ensuring it remains secure against emerging threats and scalable to accommodate future growth.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop, maintain, and enhance our technical infrastructure, focusing on the Agave client within the Solana ecosystem.\nDesign and implement testing frameworks and methodologies that simulate adversarial attacks, identifying vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.\nGather and analyze metrics to identify performance bottlenecks.\nWork with subject matter experts to understand code component performance requirements and goals, both present and future.\nDesign, implement, and benchmark solutions to improve performance and reliability.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that prioritize reliability, scalability, security, and optimal performance of the Solana network.\nContribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment, ensuring smooth transitions between development, staging, and production environments.\nCraft detailed documentation and architecture designs to foster consistent standards and knowledge sharing across teams.\nRequirements\nWhat You'll Bring\nExperience: 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.\nTechnical Expertise: Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Rust or C++. Experience with consensus algorithms, distributed systems, and blockchain technology is highly desirable.\nProblem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex systems, identify potential issues, and develop effective, flexible solutions.\nSecurity Mindset: Knowledge of common security threats and best practices in securing consensus processes.\nGrowth Mindset: Actively consuming research papers, designing, and investigating new solutions.\nPerformance Optimization: Experience with performance profiling and optimization techniques.\nCollaboration and Communication: Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nFamiliarity with Linux, systems automation tools, and systems architecture.\nUnderstanding of networking, architecture, and principles underlying distributed systems.\nA knack for designing secure protocols, software, and algorithms that minimize trust requirements.\nSelf-driven, research oriented, and the ability to learn independently.\nActive participation in Bitcoin/Ethereum/Blockchain projects or the open-source community is highly desirable.\nBenefits\nWhy Join Anza?\nWe offer a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and problem-solving are at the heart of everything we do. Here, your work will have a direct impact on the security and scalability of blockchain technology, contributing to the foundation of decentralized applications worldwide.\nWe'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.\nThe salary range for US-based candidates will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience, skill, and location. 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