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Our client is a cutting-edge company focused on revolutionizing global payments by building a scalable, zero-fee payment platform secured by Bitcoin. Their innovative technology enables fast, secure, and cost-effective digital transactions, with the potential to reshape how the world interacts with money. We are looking for a talented Rust Protocol Engineer to join their growing team.This is an exciting opportunity to work on groundbreaking blockchain technologies, including high-throughput execution environments, Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanisms, and decentralized application integrations.If you're excited about joining a dynamic and purpose-driven environment where your ideas can shape the future, we'd love to meet you. Together, we can redefine what's possible in the world of digital connectivity and data management.Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain core components of our blockchain-based payment protocol using Rust
• Implement and optimize consensus algorithms, UTXO/Account hybrid models, and high-performance transaction processing systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and front-end developers, to deliver seamless and secure payment solutions
• Conduct performance profiling and debugging of blockchain systems to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency
• Write comprehensive unit tests, documentation, and support code reviews to maintain high-quality standards
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in blockchain technology, Rust programming, and distributed systems

• 3+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Rust
• Solid understanding of blockchain protocols, cryptographic algorithms, and distributed systems
• Proven experience in optimizing code for performance and scalability in production environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with Bitcoin scripting and payment channels
• Familiarity with WebAssembly (Wasm) or similar execution environments
• Contributions to open-source blockchain or Rust projects
• Familiarity with UTXO and Account-based models, as well as Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanisms

• Competitive salary and equity options
• Flexible working hours and remote-friendly environment
• The chance to work on cutting-edge technology with a talented, passionate team
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesAdvertising Services

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