Senior Software Engineer - Distributed Storage (Rust)

Are you passionate about crafting highly efficient Rust code that optimizes space and time complexities, while focusing on performance in a low-level environment? The Distributed Storage team at DFINITY is seeking talented Rust engineers specialized in distributed systems to address complex challenges related to security, scalability, performance, and dependability.

In the role of Software Engineer within the Distributed Storage team, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing scalable, secure, and deterministic distributed storage solutions.
• Creating resilient software deployment, upgrade, and monitoring systems designed for challenging network environments.
• Enhancing monitoring tools to analyze and manage network activity, particularly in scenarios involving adversarial nodes.
• Automating network operations to ensure autonomous functionality with minimal human interaction.

We value diverse technical backgrounds and experiences, placing a high emphasis on your ability and eagerness to create impactful software solutions.

Preferred qualifications consist of:

• Extensive experience in developing and deploying distributed storage systems or tools within medium to large-scale settings.
• Exceptional proficiency in Rust, with a proven track record of building top-quality distributed software for production environments.
• Understanding of fundamental distributed system concepts, such as consensus algorithms, fault tolerance, and secure communication.
• Background or keen interest in operating systems, networking, databases, security, virtualization, or related system-level areas.
• While a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is advantageous, practical experience and demonstrable expertise are paramount.

We are searching for individuals who:

• Possess a strong dedication to developing robust and production-ready distributed storage systems.
• Excel in collaborative settings, working closely with talented colleagues to identify optimal solutions.
• Demonstrate curiosity and innovative thinking, as the problems we tackle are unique, demanding creative problem-solving abilities.

Note: This role requires on-site work at our office in Zurich for a period of 3 days per week.

About DFINITY and the Internet Computer:

DFINITY is a key contributor to the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) and aims to migrate the world's computing onto the secure ICP network. Utilizing its innovative third-generation blockchain technology, ICP facilitates the creation and operation of a new era of tamper-proof decentralized web applications. This cutting-edge technology has the capability to execute entire AI models within smart contracts, representing a significant advancement for secure AI applications. By seamlessly integrating with networks like Bitcoin and Ethereum, ICP supports cross-chain operations for digital assets and web3 applications.

Join a team of over 250 skilled individuals at DFINITY, including distinguished cryptographers, distributed systems engineers, programming language experts, and industry pioneers, who are playing an active role in shaping the future of the internet and web3 technologies.

DFINITY was established in 2016 by entrepreneur and crypto theoretician, Dominic Williams.

All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.