Senior Rust Engineer

Launch Legends (Parent Company) – Shape the Future of Blockchain—Bringing Business On-Chain We’re offering a unique opportunity to join Launch Legends (and Autheo) as a part-time Equity Cofounder . Founded nearly four years ago, Launch Legends is at the forefront of bridging Web3 blockchain technology with the next evolution of Web2 integration—bringing businesses on-chain through enterprise-grade solutions, DePIN innovations, and decentralized financial infrastructure. Our flagship project, Autheo , is an AI enabled Layer-Zero OS with an integrated Layer-1 blockchain and complete decentralized infrastructure that includes decentralized compute, storage, identity, and service marketplaces, as well as a Full-stack development environment (DevHub)—engineered for scalable enterprise adoption, developer innovation, and real-world blockchain integration. Our Projects Autheo – Autheo Team – Launch Legends (Parent Company) – Twitter: About Autheo With nearly 100 equity cofounders from leading companies and institutions—many with advanced degrees and PhDs—Autheo is solving the critical challenges blocking business adoption of blockchain technology. Key Features Enterprise-Grade Layer-1 Blockchain – High-speed, self-securing, and cost-efficient infrastructure built for scale. Developer Hub & Application Marketplace – A decentralized platform where developers build, deploy, and monetize real-world apps. Web2-Web3 Integration – Microservices, SDKs, and governance frameworks for seamless business migration. Decentralized Cloud & Compute – Secure, privacy-preserving storage and AI-powered compute for next-gen applications. DePIN Infrastructure – On-chain networks powering real-world infrastructure ownership and resource sharing. Traction (Testnet Launch) Wallet Accounts: 290,000+ Twitter Followers: 30,000+ Discord Members: 19,000+ Smart Contracts Deployed: 30,000+ Developers Registered for MVP DevHub: 7,500+ Compensation & Growth Path This is a part time equity / token-based cofounder opportunity. You will receive equity in Launch Legends , Autheo , and the WFO Creator Network , along with token allocations in the Autheo blockchain. We have already completed an initial financing round to support infrastructure and marketing, and are currently in discussions with VCs and crypto investors to fund expansion and salaries. Salaried compensation is expected to begin within 4 to 5 months, following our node, token sales or funding. Role: Senior Rust Engineer Autheo is building a high-performance blockchain platform delivering 1B+ TPS, 200GB/s DePIN data flows, and secure execution with sub-microsecond speeds and robust encryption. As a part-time Senior Rust Engineer in an equity-based cofounder role, you’ll develop memory-safe backend components using Rust’s ownership model for WebAssembly (WASM) runtimes, powering privacy-preserving smart contracts, DePIN compute tasks, and dApp deployments. This role is critical to surpassing Ethereum’s EVM and Solana’s SVM by embedding cryptography, homomorphic encryption, and zero-knowledge proofs for 0.4μs computations. If you’re passionate about Rust’s safety and Web3 innovation, join us to shape the backend for the next trillion-dollar decentralized economy. Key Responsibilities Backend Component Design Build Rust-based modules for cryptographic operations with 0.4μs responses at 1B+ TPS. Implement DAG-based structures for workflow execution with zero overhead. Design secure pipelines with homomorphic encryption for blockchain/DePIN data. Secure Execution Layers Develop zk-proof libraries generating 1-5ms proofs for runtime integration. Implement differential privacy (ε=0.5) for DePIN metadata protection. Build secure enclave modules for 1TB memory deployments. Cross-Chain Integration Create GraphQL/gRPC APIs for cross-chain operations with sub-50ms latency. Apply saga patterns for transaction consistency across blockchains. Design webhook systems AI-Driven Optimization Build ML-driven load balancers optimizing 200GB/s flows (95% accuracy). Develop predictive scaling for transaction spikes 24+ hours in advance. Integrate GenAI for automated API schema generation. Compliance & Governance Embed GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA-compliant routing with audit logging. Implement $THEO token-based governance for backend upgrades. Generate zk-proof audit trails for SOC 2 Type II/HITRUST certification. Backend Reliability Deploy to Kubernetes with 99.999% uptime using circuit breakers. Implement OpenTelemetry tracing for 100% transaction paths. Build ML-based monitoring for resource optimization. Developer Ecosystem Deliver SDKs (Rust/JS) for single-command backend operations. Build self-service consoles for API deployment. Design sandbox environments for rapid developer testing. Leadership & Innovation Collaborate with blockchain, AI/ML, and security teams for API integration. Lead backend architecture reviews for scalability and security. Mentor engineers and contribute to open-source Rust components. Publish at RustConf/Web3 Summit on backend innovations. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or equivalent. 5+ years in blockchain backend engineering (1M+ TPS systems). Expertise in Rust, GraphQL/gRPC, async programming. Proven success with zk-proofs or distributed transactions. Proficiency in Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry, and compliance auditing. Preferred Background in DeFi or healthcare-compliant backends. Experience with multi-language SDKs or open-source Rust tooling. Contributions to blockchain standards or Rust-related patents. Soft Skills Precision in systems design and performance optimization. Strong technical communication and collaboration. Passion for scalable Web3 ecosystems and developer empowerment. Deliverables (90 Days) Rust-based modules with 0.4μs responses at 1B+ TPS. zk-proof library with 1-5ms proofs. Secure enclave backend for 1TB memory. SDKs for zero-config operations. Layer 2 rollup engine for 10K+ TPS. Open-source Rust components driving 100+ integrations. RustConf 2026 presentation on backend leadership. About Our Organization Autheo is a visionary technology company building a high-performance blockchain platform surpassing Ethereum and Solana with billions TPS, secure runtimes, and AI-driven DePIN networks. Our mission is to empower developers with scalable infrastructure for sovereign DeFi, healthcare, and IoT applications. Backed by elite engineering leadership and a global team of protocol experts, Autheo aims to disrupt the $300B+ blockchain market with secure, scalable solutions. Join us to build the foundation for the 21st-century decentralized economy. WHY JOIN LAUNCH LEGENDS? Traction with Momentum: Autheo is already gaining significant traction in the blockchain space, with rapid developer adoption, platform growth, and partnership interest. Cross-Industry Impact: Autheo is positioned to transform not only the Web3 ecosystem—but also Web2 and the broader technology sector—by enabling real-world business adoption of decentralized infrastructure. Real Innovation, Not Hype: Unlike many blockchain ventures, Autheo is focused on substance over speculation. We are building real solutions: modular fullstack infrastructure, enterprise-grade toolkits, decentralized identity, cloud, compute, and service orchestration. Backed by Elite Talent: You’ll join a team composed of professionals from top-tier universities, Fortune 500 companies, and major blockchain platforms. Our team includes multiple PhDs and senior engineers who have launched and scaled world-class technologies. If you're ready to redefine blockchain adoption, empower global business integration, and help shape the next generation of Web3 and developer ecosystems, we invite you to take the next step. Let’s build the future—together. #J-18808-Ljbffr