Staff Engineer, Solana (Rust)

As a Staff Engineer specializing in Solana at Chainlink Labs, your primary responsibilities include leading the integration into the Solana ecosystem, developing smart contracts, and building secure, scalable, and reliable software. You will also collaborate with a skilled team to solve complex problems and ensure the secure deployment of infrastructure.

To apply for the Staff Engineer position at Chainlink Labs, you should have 1+ years of experience in Solana smart contract development with Rust, a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, and 7-10 years of overall development experience. Experience in blockchain research or security software is also a key requirement.

Preferred qualifications for the Staff Engineer role at Chainlink Labs include experience in auditing Solidity smart contracts, contributing to open-source projects, running infrastructure, and knowledge of cloud deployments and infrastructure security. Familiarity with Go programming and JSON-RPC endpoints is also advantageous.

The tech stack for the Staff Engineer position at Chainlink Labs includes Rust, Golang, TypeScript, Solidity, Postgres, Terraform, and AWS. Familiarity with these technologies will empower you to excel in your role.

Yes, the Staff Engineer position at Chainlink Labs is a fully remote role. We do encourage team members to overlap some working hours with Eastern Standard Time (EST) to facilitate collaboration.

In your response, highlight any projects you've worked on that involved Solana and Rust, explaining specific tasks and your role in those projects. Showcase your capabilities in smart contract development and any challenges you overcame.

Discuss methodologies you use for secure coding practices, security audits, and incorporating safety measures from the beginning of the development process. Mention any tools or frameworks you are familiar with that assist in contract security.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline the problem, what was at stake, the steps you took to address it, and the outcomes you achieved. Aim to connect it with Chainlink's work in decentralized infrastructure.

Emphasize the importance of open communication and regular meetings. Discuss how you engage with product owners and other teams to share knowledge and ensure security is integrated into projects right from the start.

Outline the various testing methodologies you use, including unit testing, integration testing, and any relevant frameworks you rely on. Share examples of your testing strategies and how they've contributed to the success of your projects.

Discuss the debugging tools that you are most proficient with, how they enhance your workflow, and provide examples of how you've used them in real scenarios to identify and fix issues.

Explain how you keep yourself informed through industry publications, attending conferences/webinars, participating in community forums, and following thought leaders. Highlight any recent trends or developments you're particularly excited about.

Detail your approach to code reviews, emphasizing constructive feedback, collaboration, and learning. Share how you ensure code quality and maintain standards while fostering a positive team environment.

Describe the project, your contributions, challenges faced, and what you learned from the experience. Emphasize the importance of open source in the blockchain community and how it shapes your perspective.

Communicate your passion for the mission of Chainlink Labs, your excitement about working with cutting-edge technologies, and your eagerness to contribute to a company recognized for its positive culture and innovative work in decentralized applications.