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RISC Zero · 5 months ago

Senior Systems Engineer (Rust)

positionSeattle, WA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$200K/yr - $250K/yr

Risczero is on a mission to transform the internet for the better, focusing on creating a safe and inclusive digital space. As a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Rust, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing system libraries, while also contributing to the company's GitHub repositories and facilitating cross-functional collaborations.

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Responsibilities

Grasp the existing system architecture quickly for effective development and implementation
Design, develop, and implement system libraries primarily in Rust, with a secondary focus on C++ and Go
Develop and maintain APIs for zkVM https://dev.risczero.com/api/zkvm/ with cross-version support
Contribute to the company’s GitHub repositories and follow best practices
Occasionally delve into compiler and OS development, leveraging LLVM
Facilitate cross-functional collaborations and communications
Continuously innovate and think strategically, always looking to improve existing processes

Qualification

Rust programmingSystems programmingCompiler developmentGitHub Open Source managementBlockchain technologyZero-Knowledge ProofsC++GoProtocol BuffersCapn’ProtoFlatBuffersLLVMPolyglot programming

Required

Expert-level experience in Rust programming
Solid understanding of systems programming and computer architecture
Familiarity with Protocol Buffers, Capn'Proto, or FlatBuffers
Background in compiler development or systems programming
Hands-on experience with managing GitHub Open Source projects
Working knowledge of other programming languages (Polyglot)
Previous experience in Blockchain technology
Familiarity with Zero-Knowledge Proofs
Experience with LLVM (bonus)
Must have the legal right to work in the country you are located in. No visa sponsorships
This position requires fluency in English

Benefits

Professional Development: Access to leadership coaching and numerous learning opportunities.
Work Flexibility: Remote work with up to 20% travel for team meetings and events, plus a Seattle co-working space.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage with Regence (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Retirement Plan: 401k via Human Interest http://humaninterest.com.
Equity: Generous company equity via Profit Incentive Units (PIUs https://carta.com/learn/blueprints/piu-separate-holding/), vesting monthly.
Vacation: Unlimited PTO
Holidays: 11 paid holidays

Company

RISC Zero

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We are bringing general purpose computing to the zero-knowledge ecosystem – enabling users to trust programs run anywhere, while allowing developers to use the tools they already know and love.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Seattle, Washington, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.risczero.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$54M
Key Investors
Blockchain CapitalBain Capital Crypto
2023-07-19Series A· $40M
2022-08-09Seed· $12M
2022-03-01Pre Seed· $2M

Leadership Team

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Frank Laub
Co-founder & CTO
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