Protocol Software Developer

$80,000 - $140,000/Yr

Foundry Agency - Rochester, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Rochester, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Welcome to Foundry, a cryptocurrency pioneer dedicated to advancing decentralized infrastructure. At Foundry, we're not waiting for a decentralized financial future; we're building it now. By empowering institutions with the tools they need to mine and stake digital assets, we're thoughtfully driving the industry forward with our team at the center of it all. If you thrive on innovation, are inspired by the potential of blockchain technology, and are passionate about being part of transformative global changes, then we'd love to connect. At Foundry, your skills will find purpose as you contribute to shaping the architecture of a more equitable and interconnected world through blockchain technology. Come be a vital member of the Foundry team, where your contributions will help empower a decentralized future. The Protocol Software Developer is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join the team at Foundry, a subsidiary of the blockchain industry's most prolific and active investor, Digital Currency Group. Reporting to the VP of AI, the Protocol Software Developer will support emerging projects in the realm of AI and blockchain technologies by designing, developing, and implementing innovative solutions. This is a rare invitation to join a small, highly professional entrepreneurial group, with the backing of the most established player in the fast-growing crypto space.

Responsibilities

• Discover, build, and maintain protocol solutions which combine the power of AI and blockchain technologies.
• Design, develop, and optimize protocols tailored to the unique requirements of AI and blockchain applications.
• Implement and test protocol enhancements, ensuring compatibility, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with researchers, data scientists, and blockchain experts to conceptualize and prototype novel solutions.
• Contribute to open-source projects and engage with the developer community to gather feedback and iterate on protocol designs.
• Stay up to date on industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to AI and blockchain protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or closely related field.
• 2+ years experience in software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages, mainly Python.
• Proficient with software engineering design principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience and/or knowledge with the Bittensor Network
• Machine learning experience using frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Experience with containerization / Kubernetes
• Knowledge regarding cryptocurrency and/or blockchain principles
• Passion for decentralization and exploring new technologies.

Benefits

• The chance to work in a fast-paced and fun start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact
• Competitive base salary, potential bonus and incentive compensation
• Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
• Professional development budget with flexibility for personal and professional growth
• Outstanding health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
• Life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage (Not available for India positions)
• 401K plan with company contribution (Bermuda: Private pension plan with company contribution, Not available for India positions)
• Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care (Not available for Bermuda/India positions)
• Paid parental leave