Software Engineer I - Hyperlane : Job Details

The Hyperlane protocol is pioneering permissionless and modular interoperability. Providing developers with an API to connect between blockchains, Hyperlane is the first tool that allows anyone to add interoperability capabilities to any chain, without having to deal with any gatekeeping. Hyperlane's modular security stack means developers can configure and customize their security to their needs, always remaining in control. Come build the interchain with us! Learn more at docs.hyperlane.xyz In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with the engineering team to design, develop, and maintain backend services and smart contracts.
• Implement and improve security measures within our system, focusing on software supply chain security.
• Develop and maintain internal tools to support smart contract audits and other security measures.
• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from ideation to deployment and monitoring.
• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for developed code and systems.
• Contribute to open-source projects and engage with the developer community to promote best practices in blockchain development.

Key Qualifications:

• M.S. in Computer Science, B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
• 1+ year of experience developing tools and systems for security and efficiency in decentralized finance.
• Exposure to implementing backend services and frontend applications focusing on automation and integration.
• Experience architecting authentication mechanisms and alerting systems using modern technologies.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, Solidity, Express.js, React, AWS, PostgreSQL, Kafka.js.
• Experience with Web3 development, zero-knowledge proofs, and decentralized finance solutions.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and end-to-end testing frameworks like Cypress.
• Strong understanding of software security, including threat modeling and security issue reporting.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience contributing to award-winning hackathon projects involving on-chain credit solutions and zero-knowledge proofs.
• Experience developing analytical tools for evaluating liquidity in decentralized exchanges.
• Experience participating in significant coding programs and presenting prototypes at major tech events.
• Experience conducting research on software supply chain security and developing proof of concept integrations for secure systems.

Salary range for this role is $120K to $140K USD (NY). Compensation subject to experience and location. Published salary bands pursuant to transparency laws, and do not include possible variable compensation such as annual merit increases, bonus eligibility, commission, or equity incentive.