Remote (Global)

CoW DAO is hiring a Backend Engineer (Solana)

About the Role

The role involves developing and maintaining core backend systems on the Solana blockchain, focusing on performance, reliability, and security within decentralized applications.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement backend services on the Solana blockchain
  • Write secure, efficient, and well-tested smart contracts
  • Optimize system performance and scalability for high-throughput environments
  • Collaborate with frontend and product teams to integrate backend logic
  • Maintain and improve existing codebases and infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production environments
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and system design
  • Ensure code quality through reviews and testing practices
  • Stay current with Solana ecosystem updates and tooling
  • Document technical designs and implementation details
  • Participate in security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Support deployment and monitoring of blockchain applications
  • Work with decentralized identity and wallet integration standards
  • Help define best practices for on-chain and off-chain data handling
  • Contribute to open-source projects related to the protocol
  • Engage in peer knowledge sharing and technical discussions
  • Evaluate new technologies for potential integration
  • Ensure compliance with cryptographic standards and protocols
  • Assist in defining API specifications for internal and external use
  • Monitor network behavior and respond to anomalies

Nice to Have

  • Contributions to Solana ecosystem tools or libraries
  • Experience with formal verification methods
  • Background in systems programming or low-level development
  • Involvement in previous blockchain mainnet launches
  • Public speaking or technical writing in blockchain domains
  • Experience with cross-chain interoperability solutions
  • Knowledge of governance mechanisms in decentralized organizations
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for blockchain projects
  • Understanding of regulatory considerations in DeFi
  • Active participation in developer communities

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience and contribution

Work Arrangement

Remote

Team

Distributed team working asynchronously across time zones

About the Protocol

  • The protocol is a decentralized exchange aggregator focused on maximizing user value through efficient trade execution and minimizing transaction costs.
  • It operates as a permissionless system where users can trade tokens with strong guarantees on execution fairness and security.

Culture & Values

  • We value transparency, open collaboration, and technical excellence.
  • Team members are expected to operate with high autonomy and accountability.
  • Decisions are made through open discussion and community input where applicable.

Application Process

  • Candidates should submit a resume and relevant code samples.
  • Shortlisted applicants will complete a technical screening and a practical coding exercise.
  • Final interviews include discussions with core team members.

Not applicable

Required Skills
RustAWSDockerKubernetesGitGrafanaPrometheusBlockchainDistributed SystemsCI/CDMonitoring
About company
CoW DAO
CoW DAO protects Ethereum users from MEV and optimizes trade execution across DeFi through the CoW Protocol, CoW Swap (a leading intent-based DEX aggregator), and the innovative MEV Blocker. It also funds values-aligned projects via the CoW Grants Program. CoW Protocol is consistently ranked among the top DEX aggregators by monthly volume and is the largest intent-based exchange.
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Category backend
Posted 10 months ago