Monad is hiring a

Web3 Software Engineer - Compilers

We are a tech startup using low-latency programming, compiler optimization, and multithreaded computing to build an ultra-high-performance smart contract platform. The work entails building an optimal stack-based VM that supports multithreaded computation, as well as developing and implementing an efficient fault-tolerant algorithm enabling a network of nodes to come to consensus.

We are looking for knowledgeable compiler developers who enjoy tackling problems in distributed systems and low-level optimization. You will be a core member of a small, deeply technical team, solving challenging and high-impact problems in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience with crypto is not expected.

Who you are

• Resourceful and self-motivated
• Team oriented, collaborative, and a good communicator
• Adaptive; able to make meaningful contributions in a fast-paced environment
• Motivated by low-level optimization and performance challenges
• Interested in building high-value fault-tolerant distributed systems

What you’ve done

• Years of experience with compiler optimization
• Strong knowledge of LLVM, clang, virtual machines, and profiling tools
• Excellent instincts for software architecture
• Knowledge of unix, shell scripting, and python
• Ideal but not required: Bachelors in technical field; 5 years’ experience

What you’ll be doing

• Designing and implementing virtual machine optimizations using compilers
• Evaluating strategies for accelerating common routines or sequences of routines
• Evaluating strategies for improving branch prediction
• Tech stack: C++, clang, LLVM, gdb, perf, unix, git

Why work with us

• Work on extremely challenging problems with massive potential impact
• Competitive salary, along with equity
• Productivity and fitness stipend
• Shape the culture as an early employee and make impactful contributions from day one
• Flat organization

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