Rust Jobs for Rustaceans

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain backend integrations with top Solana and EVM DeXs (e.g. Raydium, Uniswap, Aerodrome, etc.) as well as new and emerging protocols
• Build and optimize low-latency, high throughput APIs that abstract and simplify complex DeFi operations.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in DeFi, blockchain, and backend development to continuously improve the product.
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure seamless interaction between the frontend and APIs or blockchain nodes for real-time data display.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, share best practices, and mentor junior team members
• Ensure security best practices are followed, particularly concerning user data and blockchain interactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, marketing, product) to deliver new features and improvements according to the product roadmap.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
• Conduct regular testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to enhance the performance and usability of the platform.

Requirements:

• Must have 3+ years of experience in a similar role and level
• Proficiency with developing low-latency microservices using Rust or Go in a production environment.
• Proficiency in blockchain fundamentals, DeFi concepts (e.g. AMMs, cross-chain bridges), and key DeFi protocols and aggregators (e.g. Jupiter, Uniswap, Jito, Flashbots, etc.)
• Experience integrating natively with DeFi protocols and smart contracts (e.g. Uniswap Router, pump.fun liquidity pools, multicall, etc.)
• Experience working with Anchor Framework IDLs and EVM ABIs.
• Experience with debugging, and benchmarking applications with tools such as pprof, delve, and gdb.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) in a production setting.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (or equivalent) for packaging and running microservices in a production environment
• Experience designing and managing relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and in-memory data stores (Redis), including schema design, indexing, and caching strategies for low-latency services.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A creative problem-solver who is eager to innovate and push boundaries in the DeFi space.
• Possesses a deep understanding of web technologies and a strong grasp of blockchain fundamentals, particularly within DeFi.
• Thrives in scrappy start-up environments, seeing ambiguity as an opportunity rather than an obstacle.
• Comfortable taking ownership of complex problems and transforming them into user-friendly solutions.
• Excels in collaboration, building trust and rapport with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adept at communicating complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Relentless in delivering high-quality products, even under pressure.
• Understands that speed and agility are key competitive advantages and drives urgency and efficiency without compromising quality.
• Passionate about DeFi, with a commitment to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of this dynamic field.

Bonus Points:

• Prior experience designing and developing low-latency or high-frequency trading (HFT) systems.
• Strong understanding of order-book mechanics, market-data feed architectures, and risk-control frameworks.
• Experience developing and deploying Solana Smart Contracts with Achor.
• Experience developing EVM Smart Contracts using Solidity and popular toolchains (Foundry or Hardhat).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code.