Senior Software Engineer, Compiler at Nomic Foundation - Remote

The Nomic Foundation is a non-profit advancing the Ethereum ecosystem. We build open-source runtimes, compilers, build systems, and deployment solutions that are used by tens of thousands of developers. We emphasize robust engineering and lean processes, allowing for quick decision-making and distraction-free software development. You have the opportunity to shape the future of the Ethereum ecosystem through deep technical work on critical developer infrastructure, where your specific contributions will have a tangible impact.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Compiler

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Team

• The Slang team builds a modular set of compiler APIs for Solidity code analysis. Our users are internal and external developers integrating our APIs in their developer tools to process Solidity code and make it easier to build smart contracts for their end users.
• The project is at an early stage working towards feature completeness. We aim to upgrade the Solidity developer experience and tooling ecosystem in the long term.
• This is a fully-remote role, and we’re open to candidates applying within UTC+2 to UTC-4 timezones.

Responsibilities 
What you’ll do:

• Designing and implementing features in Rust in the compiler, language specification, and testing infrastructure
• Work on an open-source project while helping triage Github issues and supporting users
• Tackle large, complex, and ambiguous projects, starting from a set of high-level product requirements
• Identify and/or clarify requirements and analyze tradeoffs, risks, dependencies, user value, and non-functional requirements
• Deep dive into user pain points, concerns, and requests
• Independently solve tasks that range from complex design/architecture issues and complex previously unknown blockers to churning through coding tasks and bugs at a high pace
• Uncover unknowns or gaps and prototype solutions for major risks
• Act as a force multiplier for the team
• Contribute to project management and roadmap planning. You’ll outline risks and dependencies and break down scopes and roadmap items into tangible milestones while optimizing for fast delivery
• Keep timely communication with management stakeholders, other engineering teams, and other functions
• Coach other engineers on technical topics

Requirements
Who we’re looking for:

• At least 5 years of experience working on systems software
• 5+ years of experience with C++ OR 2+ years of working with Rust
• You have a product-oriented mindset. You focus on future usage of what you’re building, always considering its impact, and make trade-offs accordingly
• Prior experience working in a remote and globally distributed environment. We work mostly asynchronously, so the ability to take ownership strongly and work with minimal direction is crucial
• Experienced in cross-team collaboration
• As this is an early-stage project, we are seeking a teammate who is comfortable adapting to changing requirements
• Knowledge of Ethereum is a plus, especially low-level concepts, but it’s not required

Compensation and Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Budget for IT equipment
• Annual Learning & Development Budget
• Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
• Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract)

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.