Own projects end-to-end: scope requirements, design systems, implement solutions, and monitor them in production.
Write clean, well-tested Rust code and raise the bar through thoughtful code reviews.
Build and maintain infrastructure that keeps Unichain reliable, performant, and available 24/7.
Proactively identify gaps in our systems and propose practical solutions that move us forward.
Participate in on-call rotations to ensure chain stability and rapid incident response.
Work cross-functionally to turn complex, ambiguous problems into clear technical plans.

5+ years of backend engineering experience with a track record of shipping production systems
Experience building and operating distributed systems or blockchain infrastructure
Comfort with ambiguity: you can take an unclear problem, break it down, and deliver results
Solid understanding of cloud architectures, system design, and debugging at scale
Experience building systems from scratch (0→1) and iterating on them over time
Genuine interest in Web3 and staying current with industry best practices.
Nice to Haves: Rust proficiency, hands-on experience with the OP Stack or other Optimism-based rollups, familiarity with Reth or Kona, exposure to zero-knowledge (ZK) systems or cryptographic primitives, experience with observability tools and time-series monitoring, working knowledge of Go or TypeScript, AWS or equivalent cloud platform experience, love for unicorns :)

company-paid medical, dental, & vision for you and your dependents
wellness offerings including a partnership with Equinox Fitness Clubs
401(k) with 4% employer contribution
annual $1,500 education stipend
unlimited and encouraged time off
up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
home office setup stipend for remote employees
daily lunches at NY headquarters (all benefits are subject to applicable taxes and based on eligibility)

Backend Engineer

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