About the company
bloXroute is the "Flash Boys" for DeFi. It created the first and only high performance blockchain distribution network (BDN) with the best solution for Ethereum, BSC, and Polygon. The bloXroute BDN and DeFi trading tools allow its users to win at crypto trading. The BDN utilizes a global network of servers optimized for network performance. Nodes access this network through open source gateways and users can access it through the bloXroute public-API. The BDN network propagates blockchain transactions and blocks closer to the speed of light. It provides traders with the speed and reliability required for crypto transactions. bloXroute is the leader in mempool services, block streaming and anything Defi performance. The BDN also allow blockchains to scale by speeding the time it takes to communicate the current state. The BDN fast communication reduce the blocksā size and frequency limits. This is true for all consensus mechanisms, including Proof of Stake, Proof of Work, and DAGs. bloXroute was founded in 2018 in Chicago by Uri Klarman, Aleksandar Kuzmanovic and Eyal Markovich, has over 200 global customers and raised over $90M from investors like Softbank, Coinbase, Pantera, Dragonfly, Flybridge and others. We have around 20 employees and continue to expand with the increased demand for faster blockchains.
Job Summary
Responsibilities
šOptimize the performance of the BDN (Blockchain Distribution Network) by enhancing speed through innovations aligned with the blockchain protocol, network infrastructure, and consensus model Architect, develop, and maintain the Solana blockchain platform using Solana native šInnovate and design solutions that capitalize on the swift data flow within the blockchain distribution network, ensuring the creation of compelling offerings šDemonstrate proficiency in reading and maintaining the core code of Solana, contributing to a deeper understanding and effective utilization of the Solana blockchain ecosystem šEngineer Geyser plugins to enhance functionality and broaden the capabilities of the overall system, contributing to the evolution of the blockchain technology landscape šStay up to date with the latest developments in blockchain technology
Requirements
š5+ years in blockchain with 2+ years focused on Solana (Raydium, JITO, AMMs) ETH/Polygon/BSC protocols, and MEV knowledge šOver 5 years experience in designing, testing, and implementing scalable backend systems šMultiple Solana programs written in Solana native programming Proficient in Rust and Go languages šSkilled in reading and modifying blockchain core code (geth, bor, prysm) šCreative, independent, and collaborative team player with the ability to work in a fast paced environment