Software Engineer (Parachains Core)

Parity, a leading blockchain infrastructure company founded by Ethereum co-founder Dr. Gavin Wood, is seeking a Software Engineer for their Parachains Core team. This role focuses on building and maintaining the core technology of the Polkadot blockchain, specifically implementing parachain consensus in the Polkadot Node and Runtime. The position offers an opportunity to work on groundbreaking distributed systems technology in the Web3 space, pushing the boundaries of blockchain security, scalability, and decentralization.

The ideal candidate will join a remote team of ~10 engineers based in Europe, working on designing and implementing cutting-edge protocols fundamental to Polkadot's ecosystem. Key responsibilities include performance optimization, debugging complex distributed systems issues, and building comprehensive test suites. The role requires 3+ years of software engineering experience, strong distributed systems knowledge, and expertise in performance engineering.

Parity offers an attractive remote-first work environment with competitive compensation including tokens, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. The company maintains a strong open-source culture and provides opportunities to work with leading minds in the blockchain space. Team members can expect regular retreats, professional development support, and the chance to make significant contributions to the future of Web3 technology.

Working at Parity means joining a global team dedicated to creating a decentralized web that respects individual freedom and data sovereignty. The company's tech stack includes major blockchain projects like Polkadot, Substrate, and Kusama, offering engineers the chance to work on infrastructure that's shaping the future of the internet.