Jitolabs

Jito Labs is at the forefront of transforming high-performance distributed systems on Solana. We are the innovative minds behind Jito-Solana, a pioneering MEV Solana client, and the groundbreaking Jito Block Engine, which has reshaped block building on Solana. Currently, Jito-Solana operates on 90% of stake and 1,100 validators, contributing an additional $370 million in revenue for stakers and validators within the network.

Our team culture prioritizes collaboration, respect, trust, open communication, and support, fostering an environment where every voice is valued, and each individual contributes to our shared vision. We uphold a strong work ethic, embracing excellence and continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation. At Jito Labs, we encourage autonomy, empowering employees to take ownership of their work, think independently, make informed decisions, drive projects forward, and grow with the support they need.

Your ideal position with us is an opportunity to design your dream role within our organization. Rather than applying for a predefined position, we invite you to propose a role that aligns with both your strengths and our company's evolving needs. Whether you wish to explore a new area of expertise or integrate multiple disciplines, we welcome ideas that can propel us towards our objectives.

To create your dream role, consider your skills, experiences, and passions, and envision the unique value you could contribute to Jito Labs. Outline your proposed position, detailing key responsibilities, goals, and the ways in which it will further our mission. Submit your proposal with a brief summary of your vision for this role, including any relevant examples or ideas on how you plan to make a meaningful impact.

We are excited about the prospect of collaborating with individuals who think innovatively and are keen to explore potential roles at Jito Labs. A comprehensive compensation package will be provided for the selected candidate.

Jito Labs is paving the way for advanced distributed systems on Solana, focusing on cutting-edge technology and innovation. Are you passionate about solving intricate technical challenges within the Solana ecosystem? Join our tight-knit team of engineers and operators as we drive forward the future of high-performance distributed systems.

Here at Jito Labs, each team member holds a significant role in shaping our product roadmap, emphasizing ownership, rapid execution, technical excellence, and sustainable growth. We are a small yet profitable company with a strong market presence, providing a unique opportunity to tackle ambitious technical hurdles while maintaining the agility of a startup.

If you are enthusiastic about addressing complex distributed systems issues, collaborating on MEV and trading infrastructure, contributing to blockchain technology, and influencing the growth of a rapidly expanding blockchain network, we would love to hear from you.

Beyond just developing tools, we are architects of high-performance distributed systems, directly impacting Solana's ecosystem to enhance network speed, capital efficiency, and the functionality of DeFi applications for millions of users.

Join us in building the future! Offering competitive pay, attractive equity packages, and the chance to work on impactful projects in the blockchain space.

About the Role:

We are looking for an exceptional Data and Tools Software Engineer to join our core team, focusing on crucial next-gen infrastructure for the Solana ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Lead essential data-driven initiatives

Analyze data sources to optimize Block Engine

Identify and address engineering bottlenecks within the Solana network

Requirements:

3+ years of data infra and tooling experience (Clickhouse, Influx, Grafana)

Proficiency in high-performance databases

Expertise in writing quality code

Skilled in rapid visual prototyping

Experience in low-level systems programming

Strong problem-solving skills and high agency

Starting salary range: $150,000 - $190,000 annually, alongside competitive equity compensation.

Jito Labs is leading the way in developing cutting-edge distributed systems on Solana. We are the team responsible for Jito-Solana, a top MEV Solana client, and the Jito Block Engine, which has transformed block building on Solana. Currently, Jito-Solana is supported by 88% of stake and 1,100 validators, generating $370M in additional revenue for stakers and validators.

Join us at Jito Labs to collaborate with a dedicated team of skilled engineers and operators focused on overcoming intricate technical obstacles in Solana trading and infrastructure. As a compact yet successful company with a proven product-market-fit, we are well-positioned to tackle ambitious technical challenges swiftly. Our team ethos includes:

Significant ownership: Each team member plays a vital role in making major technical decisions and shaping our product path.

Rapid execution: We prioritize quick deployment and iterate according to real-world feedback. Progress is our key focus.

Technical brilliance: We take on complex issues with elegant, scalable solutions.

Sustainable development: Our solid financials and market relevance empower us to concentrate on long-term advancements.

If you are passionate about:

Addressing intricate distributed systems issues

Engaging with state-of-the-art MEV and trading infrastructure

Contributing to open-source blockchain technology

Making a tangible impact on one of the fastest-growing L1 blockchains

We look forward to hearing from you.

We are not merely creating tools; we are shaping the future of high-performance distributed systems. Our efforts directly improve Solana's ecosystem, facilitating a quicker network, enhanced capital efficiency, and stronger DeFi applications for numerous users.

We provide competitive compensation, substantial equity, and the chance to work on impactful problems. Seize the opportunity to be part of constructing the future of blockchain with us.

About the Role

We are searching for an outstanding Senior Level Engineer to join our core team responsible for crucial, groundbreaking Solana ecosystem infrastructure. You will navigate uncharted technical territories and devise innovative solutions across our technology stack.

Advanced Infrastructure

Develop fresh methods for block creation

Inventive approaches for optimizing validator consensus and execution

Performance Enhancement

Construct high-performance systems for processing and analyzing on-chain data

Fine-tune critical paths in our infrastructure and Solana core (Agave & Firedancer) to decrease latency and boost throughput

Create new tools to monitor and enhance network efficiency

Ideal Skills

The engineering team at Jito Labs consists of multidisciplinary engineers. If you have background experience in the following areas, you may be a suitable candidate:

Embedded Systems

Firmware

Operating Systems

Robotics

HFT

Requirements

Over 5 years of systems-level programming experience in C, C++, or Rust (Rust is our primary language)

Focused on tangible progress over mere motion

Willing to delve into complex systems to identify and resolve issues accurately

Eager to expand knowledge

Effective, straightforward communication

High level of initiative

Enthusiasm for decentralized finance and high-performance systems

Compensation: $190,000 - $225,000 annually

Competitive equity package

Jito Labs is at the forefront of developing high-performance distributed systems on Solana. We are known for our work on Jito-Solana, a leading MEV Solana client, and the groundbreaking Jito Block Engine that has transformed block building on Solana. Currently, Jito-Solana operates on 88% stake with 1,100 validators, generating an additional $370M revenue for network stakeholders.

Join our team of dedicated engineers and operators passionate about tackling intricate technical challenges in Solana trading and infrastructure. As a profitable startup with established market fit, we have the resources to address ambitious technical projects while maintaining agility. Our team culture prioritizes ownership, fast execution, technical excellence, and sustainable growth.

If you are enthusiastic about solving complex distributed systems issues, working with cutting-edge MEV and trading infrastructure, contributing to open-source blockchain tech, and making a significant impact in the rapidly growing L1 blockchains landscape, we encourage you to apply.

Our focus extends beyond building tools - we are shaping the future of high-performance distributed systems, directly influencing the Solana ecosystem for enhanced network speed, capital efficiency, and robust DeFi applications.

We offer a competitive compensation package, substantial equity, and the chance to work on impactful challenges. It's an opportunity to contribute to building the future of blockchain technology alongside our team at Jito Labs.

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Senior Test Engineer to join our core team developing critical next-generation infrastructure for Solana. Your role involves accelerating engineering progress by ensuring that deployed code meets performance, reliability, and compliance standards. You will work closely with Jito Labs’ core engineers and other client teams, collaborating to build high-value testing frameworks tailored to Solana’s tech stack and ours.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with core engineers to tackle fast-paced challenges and create monitoring/testing infrastructure.

Set up and dismantle Solana clusters.

Develop synthetic load testing strategies for Solana clusters and Jito's core stack.

Design testing frameworks to provide impactful tests for new code developed by core engineers.

Preferred Backgrounds

The Jito Labs engineering team comprises multi-disciplinary engineers with backgrounds in fields such as Embedded Systems, Firmware, Operating Systems, Robotics, and HFT. Relevant experience in these areas can be beneficial.

Requirements

5+ years of systems-level programming (C, C++, or Rust)

Strong focus on progress in testing

Readiness to delve into complex systems to pinpoint and address issues

Proficiency in synthetic load testing and traffic replay

Eager to learn and great communication skills

Proactive approach and a keen interest in decentralized finance and high-performance systems

Expected salary: $175,000 - $200,000 per year with competitive equity compensation