About Nexus
Nexus is building a world supercomputer by leveraging the latest advancements in cryptography, engineering, and science. Our team of experts is developing and deploying the Nexus Layer 1, the Nexus Network, and Nexus zkVM in support of our mission to enable the Verifiable Internet.
Nexus raised $25M in Series A funding, co-led by Lightspeed and Pantera, with participation from Dragonfly, SV Angel and more.
We are headquartered in San Francisco, and this role will be in-person with the rest of the Nexus team.
Senior Smart Contract Engineer
Nexus is seeking a Senior Smart Contract Engineer to join our core engineering team. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and deploying secure and scalable smart contracts that power core functionalities of our innovative decentralized platform. Your expertise in Solidity and blockchain technology will be instrumental in shaping the future of secure and transparent applications within the Nexus ecosystem
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and audit secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity
Implement best practices for smart contract security, including unit testing, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments
Automate smart contract deployment, testing, and ongoing maintenance
Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) concepts, and layer 2 scaling solutions
Requirements
Bachelor’s in Computer Science or a related field
Deep understanding of blockchain technology and consensus mechanisms
Proven track record of shipping secure and well-tested smart contracts on Ethereum or compatible blockchains
Expert-level knowledge of Solidity language features, best practices, and security considerations
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a passion for innovation and building impactful decentralized applications
Bonus Points
Advanced degree in a technical field
Familiarity with formal verification tools for smart contracts.
Experience with layer 2 scaling solutions (i.e. Optimism, Polygon)
Contributions to open-source smart contract libraries or frameworks
Strong understanding of web3 development tools and frameworks
Benefits
Competitive salary and generous equity compensation
Health insurance for employees and their dependents
Daily lunch and dinner provided at SF headquarters
Company-paid travel to events and conferences
Nexus is committed to diversity in our workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).