Senior Backend Engineer

About Helius:
Helius is a leading developer platform on the Solana blockchain, dedicated to inspiring and accelerating the creation of crypto-powered software. Our mission is to empower developers and innovators by providing them with the tools and resources they need to build the future of decentralized applications. We specialize in developing RPCs, indexers, webhooks, APIs, and more for the Solana ecosystem.

We are looking for a Senior Backend/Infrastructure Engineer with experience in building and scaling distributed systems to join our growing team. If you have a passion for blockchain technology and a high sense of ownership, wed love to hear from you! Here is the Helius Manifesto so you know what to expect if you join Helius.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable backend infrastructure to support our growing suite of developer tools and services

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components with existing systems

Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance of our services to handle increasing traffic and load

Develop monitoring and alerting systems to maintain high levels of system availability and performance

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

Mentor and support other team members in understanding and implementing complex technical concepts

Requirements

3+ years of experience in backend development and infrastructure engineering, with a focus on distributed systems

Strong understanding of blockchain technology, particularly the Solana ecosystem

Proficient in programming languages such as Rust, Go, and Typescript

Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data processing frameworks (Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a high degree of ownership and agency

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity package

Flexible work hours and remote-friendly environment

Generous vacation and time-off policy

Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a fast-paced, dynamic industry

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