Join OP Labs as a Senior Software Engineer to develop core blockchain protocols using Rust in a hybrid work environment.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
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Joblaze summary
In this role, the Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining core protocol features, including Rust-based consensus-client infrastructure and account abstraction capabilities. The position requires expertise in Rust, Ethereum, and distributed systems, along with a proven track record of delivering production software. This opportunity is ideal for experienced engineers who excel in navigating complex challenges and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. OP Labs operates within a dynamic blockchain ecosystem, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from OP Labs's career page.
- OP Labs has 8 other open roles including Staff Data Scientist, Product Marketing Lead, Partnerships Lead, Strategic Accounts.
- 768 active Rust roles on Joblaze right now.
- 431 active distributed systems roles on Joblaze right now.
- 30 active Ethereum roles on Joblaze right now.
- Typical Rust salary we track runs $130,000–$209,500 (median $161,500, across 350 roles). See Rust salary trends
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Software Engineer, Protocol (Rust) role remote?
- It's hybrid — OP Labs expects some on-site time in Remote (Global).
- Where is the role based?
- OP Labs is hiring for this position in Remote (Global).
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: EVM, Ethereum, JSON-RPC, Rust, Solidity, distributed systems.
- What seniority level is this role?
- OP Labs targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Software Engineer, Protocol (Rust) role at OP Labs.
From the original posting
OP Labs builds Optimism, an open-source blockchain network that powers the next generation of financial infrastructure. Hundreds of companies, from the world's largest enterprises like Sony, Coinbase, Kraken, Uniswap, OKX, and Bitpanda to the most ambitious early-stage builders, use the OP stack to launch their own blockchains and bring their users onchain. Today, over 65% of Layer 2 activity on Ethereum runs through the OP stack.
We are a small team building at the speed of the ecosystem we support. We’re remote-friendly but the NYC office is our center of gravity. We've raised $178M from a16z, Paradigm, and others. We have our work cut out for us and are looking for exceptional people to join us.
Our Protocol Team designs and operates the core specifications and clients defining the stack. This creates opportunities to improve the underlying protocol while developing differentiated capabilities for enterprise chain operators. Near term projects may cover:
Developing kona-node and related Rust-based consensus-client infrastructure as a fully compatible and production-ready alternative to op-node
Implementing native account abstraction across the stack.
Developing premium protocol capabilities that support OP Enterprise
We are seeking mission-driven contributors who thrive on tackling complex computer science challenges while delivering high quality code with high-velocity.
What are the role responsibilities?
Own features through the full lifecycle: from architecture, implementation, and docs to deployment and monitoring. Working cross functionally to create maximum impact.
Build rigorous conformance and adversarial tests to ensure implementation compatibility.
Execute safe protocol upgrades and resolve complex availability/performance issues.
Use AI-assisted engineering tools effectively while maintaining rigorous standards for correctness, security, review, and technical ownership.
Skills and Experience
Professional record of shipping production software and maintainable Rust systems.
Deep knowledge of Ethereum (EVM, JSON-RPC, clients) and distributed systems.
Ability to navigate ambiguity and communicate complex design decisions effectively.
(Preferred) Familiarity with op-node, kona, or Reth implementations.
(Preferred) Ability to read and navigate production Go code while migrating behavior into Rust.
(Bonus) Proficiency in Solidity for system-level smart contracts.
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