Senior Research & Development Engineer

* Compensation is not specified Role Backend Engineer Description About the role: As a Senior R&D Go Engineer, you will be a key figure in the core engineering team at Gno.land , serving as a leading Go expert. Beyond core development tasks, you will...

As a Senior R&D Go Engineer, you will be a key figure in the core engineering team at Gno.land , serving as a leading Go expert. Beyond core development tasks, you will also be responsible for exploring and integrating technologies external to the Gno.land ecosystem. We are seeking an individual with a solid engineering background, expertise in Go programming, and a profound knowledge of open source projects and communities. The ideal candidate will have a knack for disruptive innovation and thrive on collaborating with startups to drive forward our initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the core team to conceptualize, develop, and optimize high-performance modules of the Gno.land stack including GnoVM, Tendermint2, and the Gno.land blockchain.
• Continuously assess and enhance the correctness and security of the Gno.land system by implementing robust testing and validation procedures.
• Simplify app development for Gno builders through the creation of resources that benefit the entire Gno community, such as detailed technical documentation and blog content.
• Design and build showcase applications, tools, and proof-of-concepts to showcase the capabilities of the Gno.land tech stack and swiftly validate novel concepts and features.
• Establish and govern the documentation framework followed by the core team and the wider Gno community based on developer feedback loops.
• Research and Innovation:
• Investigate, evaluate, and suggest solutions for upgradeability challenges within Gnolang, adhering to standard Go development methodologies.
• Gain comprehensive knowledge of modern blockchain systems (including Ethereum and Cosmos) and propose enhancements or features that would enrich the Gno.land ecosystem.
• Collaborate with Gno.land grant program managers to identify and address technical obstacles and workflows for projects and implementation partners in the grants programs.
• Engage with internal stakeholders across product, Developer Relations, and marketing to establish strong feedback mechanisms and influence roadmaps.
• Analyze performance metrics to identify and address key areas for improvement, ranging from basic user flows to essential modules.
• Absorb and incorporate feedback from projects and developers leveraging Gnolang to drive continuous product enhancement.

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to contribute reliably and work independently while prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Possess 4+ years of experience using Go or a similar programming language.
• Strong foundation in Computer Science and expertise in software development best practices.
• Proficiency in Git and experience with collaborative code development across teams.
• Active engagement in developer communities, such as open source projects, GitHub, tech events, and hackathons.
• Passion for or keen interest in the challenges Gno addresses in blockchain, censorship resistance, and distributed systems.
• Capable of balancing tactical and strategic approaches while navigating conflicting priorities.
• Excellent communicator comfortable sharing work in various settings, from internal to public presentations to blogs and other mediums.

Nice to Haves

• Open Source Contributions:  Demonstrated involvement in open source projects, showcasing a dedication to community-driven development.
• Startup Experience:  Proven track record in startup environments demonstrating adaptability and innovative thinking.
• Blockchain Knowledge:  In-depth understanding of blockchain technology, including consensus mechanisms and smart contract development.
• Advanced Go Experience:  Established track record as an active participant in the Go developer community.

Salary range

The salary range provided serves as a reference point. During the interview process, we will assess the candidate's experience and skills to determine an appropriate compensation offer. We are committed to transparency and fairness in salary practices, ensuring competitive packages based on qualifications and experience.

About Us:

All in Bits (AiB) is dedicated to fostering a transparent and accountable world through open-source software enabling permissionless innovation and borderless transactions. Our technology empowers builders to launch secure, scalable, and interoperable sovereign blockchains and decentralized applications (dApps).

AiB is a longstanding contributor to the Cosmos ecosystem. Since 2014, our CEO Jae Kwon has been instrumental in introducing solutions to the Proof-of-Stake distributed consensus challenge, laying the groundwork for Cosmos's core infrastructure like Tendermint Core and Cosmos SDK. From inception to execution, we prioritize simple and minimalist approaches to building enduring technological solutions.

Our values revolve around transparency, accountability, and decentralization in alignment with the core Cosmos principles. QiB supports the establishment of the Decentralists DAO for the Cosmos Hub as a move towards conducting all operations on-chain, starting with engineering. This initiative aims to drive key components of the Cosmos tech stack through open dialogue, decision-making, and innovation.

How we work:

Our focus is on talent, not location, ensuring the best individuals are hired for each role. Open communication is a cornerstone, utilizing top tools for efficient collaboration. We grant autonomy for individuals to create their best work, fostering unlimited growth opportunities. AiB operates on a remote-first basis, offering thoughtful benefits to support work-life balance and hosting regular team and company-wide meetings to foster teamwork and interaction.

Flexibility in working hours is encouraged to accommodate individual lifestyles, with availability required from 8 am - 10 am PST on specific days for Town Hall sessions. Diversity, inclusivity, honesty, and accountability are valued traits at AiB, where talent is nurtured, and individuals have the chance to shape a fulfilling career path aligned with their unique skills and interests.

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