Ripple · 2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, C++ / Rust
New York, NY
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expRipple is a company focused on improving the global financial system through innovative crypto solutions. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and maintain core components of the XRP Ledger, enhancing its programmability and performance while engaging in the full software development lifecycle.
BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTechForeign Exchange TradingInternetPaymentsWeb3
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain core components of the XRP Ledger to enhance its programmability, smart contract capabilities, performance, and scalability
Lead the integration and maintenance of a WebAssembly (WASM) virtual machine within the XRPL’s C++ core
Engage in the full software development lifecycle, from architecture and design to development in modern C++ and Rust, and rigorous testing
Author system design documents and lead technical discussions with internal and external engineering stakeholders
Uphold high standards for coding and testing as a steward of the open-source XRP ledger community, including active participation in code reviews
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on software development experience, with significant experience in modern C++ and Rust
Demonstrable experience with WebAssembly (WASM), particularly in integrating a WASM VM or runtime with a C++ codebase
A genuine passion for blockchain technology, its technical underpinnings, and its potential benefits
The ability to independently solve highly complex problems with creative and effective solutions
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain difficult technical concepts to various audiences
Bachelor's in Computer Science or a related technical field
Preferred
Experience developing open-source software and contributing to collaborative blockchain communities
Benefits
Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
Employee giving match
Mobile phone stipend
R&R days so you can rest and recharge
Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events
Company
Ripple
Ripple is a provider of stablecoin-powered cross-border payments and digital asset custody solutions.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$793.8MKey Investors
C1FundTetragon Financial Group LimitedSBI Investment
2025-11-05Series Unknown· $500M
2025-10-09Series Unknown
2023-09-05Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Brad Garlinghouse
CEO
David Schwartz
CTO
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