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Software Engineer, Runtime

Who we are

The Nomic Foundation is a non-profit advancing the Ethereum ecosystem. We build open-source runtimes, compilers, build systems, and deployment solutions that are used by tens of thousands of developers. We emphasize robust engineering and lean processes, allowing for quick decision-making and distraction-free software development. You have the opportunity to shape the future of the Ethereum ecosystem through deep technical work on critical developer infrastructure, where your specific contributions will have a tangible impact.

About the team

The EDR team builds an Ethereum runtime designed for developer tooling. Our users are initially the Hardhat users and, later on, third-party tooling developers integrating our runtime APIs to analyze Solidity code execution for their own users. In its first iteration, EDR is a complete Rust rewrite of Hardhat’s Ethereum network simulation used for Solidity development and testing before production deployment. We aim to build a reusable runtime library to empower the Ethereum ecosystem to build better code execution analysis tools.

This is a fully-remote role, and we’re open to candidates applying within UTC+2 to UTC-4 timezones.

What you’ll do

Maintain and implement low-level functionality at the EVM bytecode level in Rust
Work on an open-source project while helping triage Github issues and supporting users
Take ownership of moderately complex features, delivering from high-level product requirements with minimal supervision
Clarify requirements, analyze tradeoffs, and identify risks while understanding user value
Investigate and address user pain points, concerns, and requests
Independently solve tasks that range from design issues and previously unknown blockers to churning through coding tasks and bugs at a high pace
Identify and address gaps by proposing and prototyping solutions with some guidance from senior engineers
Collaborate to break down roadmap items into tangible milestones and deliverables.
Effectively communicate progress, challenges, and results with management and other stakeholders

Who we’re looking for

At least 2 years of experience working on systems software
2+ years of working with Rust or less if supported by significant C++ or equivalent systems programming experience
You have a product-oriented mindset. You focus on future usage of what you’re building, always considering its impact, and make trade-offs accordingly
Prior experience working in a remote and globally distributed environment. We work mostly asynchronously, so the ability to take ownership strongly and work with minimal direction is crucial
Confident collaborating with other teams to achieve shared goals.
As this is an early-stage project, we are seeking a teammate who is comfortable adapting to changing requirements
Familiarity with Ethereum concepts, particularly related to developer tooling or runtime systems, and a strong interest in expanding this knowledge

Compensation and benefits

Unlimited PTO
Budget for hardware equipment
Annual Learning & Development Budget
Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract)

We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We recognize they are essential to growth and innovation, and sometimes the perfect candidate might not tick every box in the job description. If you're passionate about what you do and have valuable experience - we want to hear from you. Your unique background and skills could be just what our team needs and we warmly encourage you to apply.

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What You Should Know About Software Engineer, Runtime, Nomic Foundation

Join the Nomic Foundation as a Software Engineer, Runtime in vibrant Berlin! We’re a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the Ethereum ecosystem through innovative open-source runtimes and developer tools. In this fully-remote role, you’ll work closely with our EDR team to build a revolutionary Ethereum runtime that’s designed for developer tooling. Your coding prowess will play a crucial role as you maintain and implement low-level functionality at the EVM bytecode level using Rust. Here, you won’t just write code; you’ll take ownership of features, analyze user needs, and solve complex design challenges to provide tangible user value. You’ll be encouraged to propose solutions and collaboratively transform our roadmap into actionable deliverables. As you triage GitHub issues and support our user community, you’ll see the immediate impact of your contributions on tens of thousands of developers. With at least two years of experience in systems software and familiarity with Rust, you’ll help us empower the Ethereum ecosystem with better execution analysis tools. Our ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment, embraces change, and approaches problems with a product-oriented mindset. If you’re ready to shape the future of Ethereum with us, we can’t wait to meet you!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Software Engineer, Runtime at Nomic Foundation?

As a Software Engineer, Runtime at Nomic Foundation, your main responsibilities will include maintaining low-level functionality at the EVM bytecode level using Rust, taking ownership of feature development, clarifying requirements, and addressing user concerns. Additionally, you'll triage GitHub issues and foster effective communication across teams to ensure project goals are met efficiently.