Full-Time

Staff/Principal Software Engineer

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Worldcoin

Worldcoin

201-500 employees

Provides digital identity for global economy

Fintech
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$250k - $350kAnnually

+ Long Term Incentive Package

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
Airflow
NoSQL
AWS
Go
Terraform
Redis
Next.js
MongoDB

You match the following Worldcoin's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Proven experience in backend development, preferably in a senior role managing AI-driven applications.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and Go; experience with GitHub Actions, and Terraform is highly desirable.
  • Expertise in managing and deploying applications on cloud platforms like AWS, with a strong grasp of permission management and security protocols.
  • Experience with database management and operations using tools like MongoDB, Redis, and other NoSQL databases.
  • Knowledge of MLOps and large-scale machine learning model training tooling (e.g., MLflow, AWS pCluster, SLURM) is a plus.
  • Thrive in a high-paced environment, able to perform outstanding work in short timelines.
  • Exceptional communication skills and fluency in English are crucial for effective teamwork and cross-team collaborations.
  • Ability to lead and inspire a team, advocating for software excellence and innovative practices.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and maintenance of backend services, focusing on secure data upload and download processes.
  • Ensure high data security and privacy standards.
  • Collaborate closely with other teams to enhance cross-functional systems and security measures, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards.
  • Oversee and optimize container orchestration and automation tools such as Kubernetes, ArgoCD, and Airflow.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and maintenance duties, addressing critical issues swiftly to maintain service continuity.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in software quality and system operations, setting benchmarks and leading the team toward best practices in software development.
  • Contribute to developing our labeling and data collection platform using Next.js; basic full-stack development skills are beneficial.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in full-stack development, particularly with Next.js
  • Experience in development with Rust.
  • Familiarity with Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZKP) and their application in software security.

Worldcoin provides a digital identity and financial network aimed at giving everyone access to the global economy. Its main product is the Worldcoin wallet, which works with the World ID to enable users to make transactions on the Worldcoin network. The technology is based on an open-source protocol, allowing the community of developers and technologists to modify and improve it. This collaborative approach sets Worldcoin apart from competitors, as it fosters a self-sufficient community dedicated to expanding economic participation. The goal of Worldcoin is to ensure that individuals, regardless of their location or background, can participate in the global economy through a secure digital identity.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$145.9M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Worldcoin's expansion into emerging markets shows growing demand for digital identity solutions.
  • Partnership with Dune Analytics enhances transparency, potentially increasing user trust.
  • Continuous funding program by Worldcoin Foundation may inspire innovation and adoption.

What critics are saying

  • Worldcoin faces regulatory scrutiny in Germany over GDPR non-compliance.
  • Fines in South Korea highlight risks in regions with strict data protection laws.
  • Privacy concerns in Latin America could lead to legal challenges and impact trust.

What makes Worldcoin unique

  • Worldcoin offers a privacy-focused network with secure digital asset management.
  • The World App allows users to store World ID and manage digital assets securely.
  • Worldcoin operates on an open-source protocol, fostering a global developer community.

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Benefits

Health, dental, & vision insurance for you & dependents

401(k) plan

Flexible work hours

Unlimited time off

Parental leave

Daily catered lunch and dinner upon return to office

Home office set up stipend