Crypto Jobs at Rome Protocol

About Rome Protocol

Rome Protocol is building a shared sequencer network leveraging Solana. Shared sequencers solve the biggest problems for Ethereum’s rollup-centric future. Using Solana as a shared sequencer leverages a well-tested, secure, and high throughput network to solve these problems.

We are building a shared sequencer that can be integrated with OP stack, Arbitrum Orbit, ZK rollups, etc. It is intended to be used for thousands of rollups.

We work in person from our New York City office. The founders collectively have decades of experience in fintech and banking (JP Morgan, Plaid, Deutsche Bank). We are backed by some of the biggest VCs in the space.

As a senior software engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of Rome’s EVM Client, working together with the team.

Responsibilities

• Design and write high-quality code for Rome's EVM Client in Rust. Develop logic to interact with the Rome EVM Solana Program.
• Integrate EVM Client with the Rome API to enable emulation and execution of Ethereum transactions on Solana.
• Integrate various EVM Clients for OP Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, and ZK Stack.
• Guarantee the design quality, reliability, and performance of developed solutions through comprehensive testing strategies.
• Continuously refine and upgrade implemented modules based on business demands, user feedback, and evolving design trends.

Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of software engineering experience including 2+ years dedicated to developing high-performance, high-concurrency, and low-latency systems.
• Proficient in Rust with 2+ years of experience, coupled with a strong background in C++ or another low-level/systems programming language.
• Excellent communication and design documentation skills, and a strong grasp of software lifecycle and teamwork.
• Academic background in Computer Science or a related field, with a strong focus on software design, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice to have

• Experience with the Ethereum ecosystem and writing smart contracts in Solidity.
• Proven track record in designing and building distributed and scalable systems.
• Involvement in open-source projects.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary and equity package.
• In-person office in NYC.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team on-site events.
• Travel to crypto conferences.
• Unlimited vacation policy.