CTO/VP of Engineering - Blockchain

We are the first Solana-native verifiable computation framework that allows developers to outsource complex computations off-chain while generating cryptographic proofs that can be verified on-chain. It contains a suite of developer tools and a prover network, allowing builders to easily create and deploy verifiable applications with direct integration into a decentralized proof network. We currently support the RISC Zero zkVM with plans to expand in the future. We transform Solana into a ZK-capable chain enabling privacy-focused, high-complexity use cases for Solana applications that are otherwise not possible today.

Position Overview:

Were looking to onboard a talented CTO to help us build and scale the our engineering team. Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of verifiable computation on Solana and to add safety, verifiability and trustlessness to its vision of internet capital markets. As the leader of our engineering team, you will be critical in helping us shape the future of Solana while developing the most performant, scalable, and decentralized computation network. If you have a passion for open-source, building useful things and thrive in a high-ownership environment, wed love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Lead our technical roadmap, participate in code reviews and help shape our engineering culture

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems and APIs to support our proving service integrations and infrastructure platform

Identify bottlenecks and optimize infrastructure performance to handle increasing proof request volumes and user demands

Support developer teams building on us to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components with different applications

Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to open-source best practices

Continuously improve system architecture, security, and best practices to stay up-to-date with industry standards and emerging cryptographic primitives

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience with Rust.

3+ years of experience building and maintaining high-scale production systems or Solana infrastructure tools

Solid previous/current experience writing Solana programs (Anchor and Pinocchio)

2+ years of experience working in a technical leadership role

1+ years of experience with zkVMs and writing zk programs (preferably Risc0, Succinct and Groth16)

Proficiency with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, execute at speed, with excellent communication and collaboration skills in a remote work environment

Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for staying at the forefront of technology

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with building prover networks

Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced environment

Shared vision of how verifiable computation contributes towards Solanas thesis of Internet Capital Markets

Why Join Us

Competitive USD base salary, equity and a benefits package

Flexible work hours with a remote-friendly environment

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a rapidly growing field

Work on impactful projects that contribute to defining the future of Solana

Competitive USD base salary, equity and a benefits package

Flexible work hours with a remote-friendly environment

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a rapidly growing field

Work on impactful projects that contribute to defining the future of Solana