Magna

Magna specializes in providing token management solutions for web3 projects and distributed teams, facilitating token planning, minting, and distribution to team members, investors, and community members through custom unlock schedules. The Senior Software Engineer position at Magna offers the opportunity to work closely with a team of experienced senior engineers, leaders, and stakeholders to develop highly scalable, secure, and reliable software that redefines smart contracts on a foundational level.
**Required Technical Skills:**- Strong expertise in Rust for crafting secure smart contracts.- Essential proficiency in Solidity for Ethereum-based platform development.- In-depth knowledge of blockchain principles and smart contract deployment.- Familiarity with common vulnerabilities and best practices in smart contract development.- Experience with test-driven development using testing frameworks in a blockchain context.**Desired Qualifications:**- Understanding of Layer 2 scaling solutions and their integration with existing systems.- Proficiency in other programming languages like Go and Typescript.- Experience with backend infrastructure support using AWS and other cloud services.- Exposure to token economics and management platforms.**Job Responsibilities:**- Design and implement smart contracts for token vesting, unlocks, and distribution while ensuring optimization for efficiency and upgradeability.- Develop comprehensive tests for new features to guarantee robustness and security.- Deploy and manage smart contracts on various blockchain platforms.- Collaborate with the product team to create user-friendly interfaces for interacting with contracts.- Monitor and update contract functionalities to align with technological advancements.

** About Magna**

Magna specializes in software infrastructure for leading networks/protocols in the web3 sector and is a trusted partner for prominent VC funds. The main product, "Carta for Web3," streamlines the management and distribution of digital assets (tokens) based on customized criteria to incentivize investors and network participants. Magna has rapidly expanded its platform to oversee over 2 billion dollars (USD) worth of digital assets, accommodated a large user base numbering in the hundreds of thousands, and generated substantial recurring revenue in the current year.

The team comprises approximately 15 members located in NYC and Europe, with solid backing from notable entities like Y-Combinator, Tiger Global, and prominent industry names such as Tusk Ventures, Circle, and Galaxy Digital. The engineering team brings talent from distinguished finance and distributed systems organizations like Gemini, Morgan Stanley, and Palantir. Prior to joining Magna, team members have worked on large-scale match-making systems for exchanges, released AI research in renowned publications, and successfully transitioned startups to Fortune 500 corporations.

Magna's primary tech stack comprises TypeScript (frontend + backend monorepo) and Rust (protocol + systems engineering). Emphasis is placed on code quality, with active participation in various open-source projects.

Responsibilities Include:

Expand the product suite (using React + PostgreSQL) to meet the growing demands of clientele.

Innovation within a B2B platform in forefront sectors, balancing UX, security, and performance dynamics.

Developing new features, crafting high-performance solutions, and collaborating with the product/design team.

Ideal Candidates Will Find the Role Intriguing if they Enjoy:

Driving impact on a daily basis in a high-transaction environment with a substantial user base.

Engaging in an engineering-focused space that leverages decentralized and open-access compute resources.

Quick iterations and fast deployment in a multi-ecosystem environment well-regarded for efficient deliveries.

Sample Project Areas:

Enhancing performance by aggregating and caching multi-chain data for historical transactions and price data.

Implementing transaction flows for customers managing large-scale financial operations.

Migrating internal systems to an event-based architecture for enhanced readability and developer experience.

Designing consumer-oriented interactions for end-users, e.g., portfolio management with engaging features.

Benefits Include:

Unlimited PTO, with a minimum of 2 weeks and a focus on smooth project workflow.

Top-grade equipment like M3 Macbooks and a work-from-home stipend for optimal performance.

Learning stipend to support skill enhancement and professional growth.

Comprehensive healthcare coverage featuring top-tier plans for optimal well-being.

Candidate Requirements:

Strong devotion to clean and efficient code with meticulous attention to detail.

A passion for continuous learning and growth with a humble approach.

Interest and experience in the tech stack utilized by Magna (TypeScript, Postgres, Prisma, GraphQL).

Prior exposure to engineering internship roles is preferred.

Take ownership of advancing token distribution technology by handling complex scenarios at the infrastructure level, including writing smart contracts for high-value tokens.

Develop sleek user interfaces and applications with high attention to detail.

Ensure code modularity within the team by conducting peer code reviews to enhance efficiency and scalability of the code infrastructure.

Possess a minimum of 5 years of professional experience.

Demonstrated experience leading technical projects with significant impact, such as serving large user bases or managing substantial assets.

Proficient in working within fast-paced teams focused on efficient and safe product deliveries.

Adaptable to sprint cycles and capable of addressing critical issues promptly.

A committed learner with a humble attitude.

Familiarity with technologies in our stack including TypeScript, Next, Postgres, Prisma, and GraphQL.

While preference is given to New York-based applicants, remote candidates within a reasonable EST timezone will also be considered.

Niceties:

Prior experience in DevOps, infrastructure, or data analytics.

Proficiency in smart contract development on various blockchains and blockchain interaction through libraries.

Background in high integrity and security-driven applications like finance, fintech, or government projects.

Ideal Candidate Needs:

Strong passion and curiosity for engineering.

Demonstrated ability to make thoughtful decisions and exhibit excellent judgment in the development process.

Hybrid office setting in New York with an expectation of 2 days onsite per week.

Flexible in-office hours to avoid peak travel times.