Senior Test Engineer

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