About us

Flashbots started in 2020 as a research and development organization formed to mitigate the negative externalities and existential risks posed by Maximal Extractable Value (MEV). Since then, we have had an immense impact on the world of crypto through mev-geth, Flashbots Protect, MEV-Boost, MEV-Share, our open research and soon-to-be SUAVE.

Our mission is clear: illuminate, democratize and distribute.

We seek to ensure that the value created on decentralized, public blockchains is transparent and distributed. We do this by conducting cutting-edge research, building mission-critical products, and coordinating a diverse community with competing interests.

Our vibe is irreverent, anarchic, excellent, autonomous. We’re explorers, hackers, builders, thinkers. We are relaxed, composed, and at ease in the world, but beneath our suave exterior, we do not have the time or inclination to be anything but the best.

About the role:

Flashbots is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep Linux knowledge to drive the performance, security, and scalability of our Trusted Execution Environment infrastructure. This role is ideal for a versatile engineer who excels in system optimization, automation, and maintaining robust production environments.

If you're an software engineer with a passion for Linux optimization, infrastructure automation, and blockchain technologies, we want to hear from you! While TEE expertise is valued, we're also excited about candidates with strong Linux and distributed systems experience who are eager to dive into the world of TEEs and blockchain. Some of our public work includes but not limited to:

• Running GETH within SGX

• Block Building inside SGX

• Speedrunning a TEE Coprocessor

• Intro to TEEs stream
  

What You'll Do:

• Spearhead Linux system optimization, focusing on I/O, networking, and virtualization for peak performance

• Optimize backend services and APIs, ensuring long-term system stability

• Design and implement distributed systems solutions, with a focus on censorship resistance and fault tolerance

• Innovate on deployment strategies and production support, with a focus on proactive monitoring and incident management

• Shape the strategic direction of Flashbots' infrastructure, contributing to both public and internal projects.
  
  

Who You Are:

• Linux expert with extensive experience in package management, kernel tuning, and embedded systems, coupled with proven expertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP) at scale

• Solid background in backend services and API development

• Battle-tested maintainer of distributed systems, with a track record of long-term software support and a deep understanding of cryptography and security best practices

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) like SGX or TDX

• Proficiency in Go or Rust

• Familiarity with smart contracts (Solidity) and blockchain clients

• Background in distributed systems or cryptography

• Open-source contributions or engagement in technical communities

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration

Restating that while TEE expertise is valued, we're also excited about candidates with strong Linux and distributed systems experience who are eager to dive into the world of TEEs and blockchain.

Details that matter

• Significantly above market rate equity compensation package

• Unlimited PTO with a high level of freedom and autonomy for your work

• Attractive health coverage package for US employees

• $3000 Yearly budget for your individual learning and development goals

• Work alongside the brightest minds in the crypto space

• Help save the world by ensuring crypto remains decentralized, permissionless and censorship-resistant

• Remote working - work from anywhere in the world

• Paid travel - 2 x team on-site in different parts of the world per year plus periodic travel to events
  

At Flashbots, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.