Senior Systems Engineer at RiscZero

About the Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Rust, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our technology landscape. You will report directly to our CTO. Your primary responsibilities will include designing, developing, and implementing system libraries in Rust.

We are looking for someone located in the Greater Seattle area. If you do not reside in Seattle and are willing to relocate, we are open to considering a relocation package for the right candidate. We have a hybrid work schedule with flexibility around when to come into the office. If you'd like to take a look at some potential projects, check out our CTO's GitHub here.

Key Responsibilities

• Grasp the existing system architecture quickly for effective development and implementation

• Design, develop, and implement system libraries primarily in Rust, with a secondary focus on C++ and Go

• Develop and maintain APIs for zkVM with cross-version support

• Contribute to the company’s GitHub repositories and follow best practices

• Occasionally delve into compiler and OS development, leveraging LLVM

• Facilitate cross-functional collaborations and communications

• Continuously innovate and think strategically, always looking to improve existing processes

Minimum Qualifications

• Expert-level experience in Rust programming

• Solid understanding of systems programming and computer architecture

• Familiarity with Protocol Buffers, Capn’Proto, or FlatBuffers

• Background in compiler development or systems programming

• Hands-on experience with managing GitHub Open Source projects

• Working knowledge of other programming languages (Polyglot)

• Previous experience in Blockchain technology

• Familiarity with Zero-Knowledge Proofs

• Experience with LLVM (bonus)

What We Offer

• Salary: Competitive range of $200,000-250,000

• Professional Development: Access to leadership coaching and numerous learning opportunities.

• Work Flexibility: Remote work with up to 20% travel for team meetings and events, plus a Seattle co-working space.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage with Regence (Blue Cross Blue Shield)

• Retirement Plan: 401k via Human Interest.

• Equity: Generous company equity via Profit Incentive Units (PIUs), vesting monthly.

• Vacation: Unlimited PTO

• Holidays: 11 paid holidays

About Us

We're on a mission to transform the internet for the better. Our team of innovative hackers, visionary futurists, and passionate nerds is devoted to creating a digital space that's safe, inclusive, and empowers everyone. By developing the world's first zero-knowledge virtual machine, we've laid the groundwork for running arbitrary code as a zero-knowledge proof.

Before You Apply:

• E-Verify: All U.S.-based employees must complete an E-Verify check.

• Work Authorization: Must have the legal right to work in the country you are located in. No visa sponsorships.

• Compliance: We adhere to local labor laws. Employment terms are based on location. Non-US employees will be hired through our Employer of Record Deel.

• Background Check: Final candidates before hired will undergo a background check.

• Equal Opportunity: We welcome all qualified applicants, period.

• Language Requirement: This position requires fluency in English.