Systems Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

Irreducible's mission is to accelerate the zero-knowledge revolution with the world's fastest proof generation. Join us at Irreducible as we accelerate the ZK revolution by supporting web3 networks with reliable and cost-efficient proof generation. We’re a high-performance cryptography startup (with an exciting hardware twist) looking for a talented Systems Software Engineer.

In Short

• Join a high-performance cryptography startup focused on zero-knowledge proof generation.
• Work on performance optimization using Rust or C++.
• Engage in blockchain backend development with Rust.
• Optimize software stack integrating FPGA accelerators.
• Orchestrate distributed proving tasks over an FPGA server cluster.
• Collaborate with cryptography engineers on library APIs.
• Support relocation to Berlin once the office opens.
• Work in a globally distributed team.
• Contribute to cryptography research and development.
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Solid computer science and computer architecture fundamentals.
• Experience in benchmarking and optimizing multi-threaded software.
• Professional experience with Rust.
• Understanding of blockchain concepts and cryptographic proof systems.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Experience with high-performance software and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with programming embedded processors and Linux kernel modules.
• Experience with GPUs or FPGAs.
• Knowledge of AWS and/or Google Cloud.
• Understanding of computer security principles.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cryptographic technology.
• Support for relocation to Berlin.
• Flexible working hours in a globally distributed team.
• Engagement in diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
• Collaboration with experts in hardware and software systems.