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At Anza, we're at the forefront of blockchain technology, developing the Agave client to enhance the Solana ecosystem — a blockchain designed for rapid growth without compromising security or scalability. We pioneer advanced solutions to meet the evolving demands of decentralized applications. Who We Are

At Anza, we're at the forefront of blockchain technology, developing the Agave client to enhance the Solana ecosystem — a blockchain designed for rapid growth without compromising security or scalability. We pioneer advanced solutions to meet the evolving demands of decentralized applications.

The Role

As a Security Engineer at Anza, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the Solana ecosystem by designing and implementing robust security measures. You will work closely with core developers, ecosystem teams, and external auditors to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in distributed systems protocols and blockchain client software. Your expertise will help shape security best practices and advance the security posture of blockchain technology.

Responsibilities

Design and implement security and defense-in-depth controls to prevent and limit vulnerabilities Conduct advanced security research on Solana and other Rust-based smart contract platforms Work closely with core contributors to perform in-depth internal security audits Manage and oversee external security audits in collaboration with top-tier third-party firms Lead and optimize bug bounty programs to identify and resolve security threats Effectively communicate security risks and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Uphold the highest standards of integrity, trust, and professionalism in all security practices

Requirements

What You'll Bring

Educational background in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience 5+ years of software engineering experience related to complex distributed systems, either on the design, implementation or testing side Familiarity with modern infrastructure tools and testing approaches Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly convey complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders Previous auditing experience Experience working with fuzzing tools in Rust Rigorous testing standards Demonstrated capacity to clearly and concisely communicate about complex technical, architectural, and/or organizational problems and propose thorough iterative solutions Proficient in English, sufficient for success in a remote and asynchronous work environment Effective communication skills: regularly achieves consensus with peers, and clear status updates An inclination towards communication, inclusion, and visibility Self-motivated and self-managing, with excellent organizational skills Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment A positive and solution-oriented mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with at least one or more Rust-based smart contract platforms, including Solana, Cosmwasm, NEAR (strong preference to pre-existing Solana experience).

Benefits

The salary range for US-based candidates will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience, skill, and location. Candidates should anticipate an annual base salary (not including incentive compensation or other benefits) of $150,000 USD to $275,000 USD. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Anza by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Software Engineer” roles. San Francisco, CA $90,000.00-$110,000.00 4 months ago Software Engineer, HTML - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) San Francisco, CA $130,000.00-$165,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$175,000.00 3 months ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 2 months ago Coders - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) San Francisco, CA $100,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month ago Software Engineer, Node.js - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) Software Engineer, Python - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) San Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$180,000.00 4 days ago San Francisco, CA $40,000.00-$100,000.00 2 months ago Software Engineer - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) Software Engineer, SQL - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) Emeryville, CA $170,000.00-$270,000.00 1 day ago San Francisco, CA $175,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $191,000.00-$233,000.00 2 weeks ago Software Engineer, C# - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) Software Engineer, Studio - San Francisco, USA San Francisco, CA $140,000.00-$200,000.00 5 days ago San Francisco, CA $40,000.00-$100,000.00 2 months ago San Francisco, CA $120,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks ago Software Engineer, LPC - AI Training (Freelance, Remote) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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