Software Engineer, Chainlink Runtime Environment (CRE)

Chainlink Labs is the industry-standard oracle platform powering decentralized finance (DeFi). The role involves building and evolving core components of the Chainlink Runtime Environment to ensure reliable operation across decentralized networks, directly impacting the functionality of Chainlink products in real-world conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Own component-level (and larger) engineering work from design through production release
• Deliver key CRE features that enable services to operate across multiple decentralized oracle network (DON) environments
• Build and maintain systems that prioritize reliability, correctness, and scalability under real-world usage
• Collaborate with teammates and cross-functional partners to ensure solutions are technically sound and product-aligned
• Contribute to a strong product mindset by connecting engineering decisions to customer and ecosystem needs

Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously and drive work to completion with clear ownership
• Proven experience delivering production-quality software and owning features end to end
• Strong execution skills, including debugging, testing, and operating systems in live environments
• Solid software engineering fundamentals with the ability to learn new languages, tools, and systems quickly
• Clear written and verbal communication within a team setting
• Product-focused mindset with attention to user impact and system usability
• Experience working collaboratively within an engineering team
• Exposure to Go (Golang) or similar backend languages
• Familiarity with Web3, distributed systems, or infrastructure-heavy platforms
• Background that includes both larger, established engineering organizations and smaller or fast-moving teams