Engineer 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 leading the design and development of Rome’s EVM on Solana, working together with the team.

Responsibilities

• Design and write high-quality code for Rome's EVM on Solana. Develop Rust programs emphasizing efficient design and low-level optimizations.
• 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

• 7+ years of software engineering experience including 4+ 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.
• Deep understanding of multiple programming languages with an emphasis on design patterns and architectural principles.
• Extensive understanding of computer systems including design considerations for x86 architecture, multithreading, memory allocation, and Linux OS.
• Advanced skills in debugging, profiling, performance optimization, and design troubleshooting.
• 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.
• Design and development experience with blockchain nodes and protocols.
• Proven track record in designing and building distributed and scalable systems.
• Previous experience in a software architect role.
• 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.