Lead Software Engineer in Bitcoin and Rust Development

Join IOG as a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Rust and Bitcoin Core!

At IOG, we are pioneers in blockchain research and development, setting the standard with our rigorous scientific methodology. Our portfolio includes cutting-edge projects in decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, all aimed at enhancing global blockchain capabilities and adoption.

We thrive on exploring the unknown and believe in the power of innovation. Our teams fuel creativity and progress, creating products and services that empower individuals to drive meaningful change.

In the Bitcoin DeFi space, we aim to unlock the true potential of Bitcoin, ensuring user control is never compromised. The challenge lies in utilizing Bitcoin within the DeFi landscape without relinquishing ownership to third parties. Traditional methods have often required users to trust intermediaries with their assets, a practice that defies the core principles of Bitcoin. This is where we come in!

As a Lead Software Engineer with expertise in Rust and Bitcoin Core, you will play a pivotal role in revolutionizing DeFi on Bitcoin. You'll be involved in innovative product development while steering best engineering practices that establish benchmarks across our organization.

This is a chance not only to write code but to tackle some of the most formidable challenges in Bitcoin and blockchain technology. You will serve as a mentor and a technical leader, simplifying complexity while designing scalable systems that create impactful software.

Key Responsibilities :

• Champion high-quality engineering practices and proactively navigate system complexities.
• Engage with Bitcoin technology to deliver innovative solutions using Rust.
• Diagnose and resolve challenges in distributed systems, enhancing observability and reliability.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to foster iterative and scalable development.
• Lead technical designs, conduct code reviews, and manage integration processes, including third-party software components.
• Drive advancements in Bitcoin DeFi, utilizing Taproot, Bitcoin Script, and BitVM, with opportunities for impactful public contributions.
• Serve as a trusted expert on Bitcoin and related technical subjects.
• Inspire technical excellence by mentoring and guiding fellow engineers.
• Create clear and concise documentation to promote shared knowledge across the team.
• Exhibit strong initiative, requiring minimal supervision to execute tasks.
• Ensure deployed products are reliable, ready for critical support as needed.