Staff Backend Engineer
Warlock is on a mission to revolutionize DeFi by recapturing MEV and returning it to protocols and users. We're seeking a Staff level Backend Engineer to help us build the infrastructure powering this transformation.
In this role, you'll develop high-performance, secure systems using Rust and Solidity, collaborating closely with our research, product and leadership teams to bring groundbreaking ideas to life.
What You'll Do
- Join the founding team of a well backed crypto start up
- Design and implement scalable, efficient backend systems and smart contracts
- Optimize our infrastructure for speed, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
- Contribute to the design and development of our low-latency liquidation systems
- Integrate with various DeFi protocols and APIs
- Write clean, well-tested code and participate in code reviews
- Stay at the forefront of MEV, DeFi, and backend technologies
What We're Looking For
- Strong proficiency in Rust and Solidity
- Experience building high-performance, robust systems with a high degree of complexity
- Deep understanding of blockchain technology, MEV, and DeFi concepts
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Proactive, self-directed work ethic
Bonus Points
- Experience with HFT systems, quant trading, and/or atomic on chain arbitrage/liquidations
- Contributions to open-source projects in Rust or Solidity
- Familiarity with cryptography and zero-knowledge proofs
- Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure