Senior Software Engineer, Compiler

Category Labs

Category Labs

Software Engineering
New York, NY, USA
USD 250k-250k / year
Posted 6+ months ago

The Role

We are looking for an exceptional compiler engineer to work on challenging greenfield projects that accelerate bytecode execution. For example, you will you will work on a bytecode execution graph builder which will enable speculative pre-pre-execution of potential of potential control flow paths. Your work will require intensive research and engineering and will help accelerate a platform securing billions of dollars in value. You will report to the CTO. Experience with crypto is not expected.

What You Will Do

  • Work on greenfield performance-oriented projects in a fast-moving startup environment

  • Research ideas for accelerating EVM bytecode execution

  • Design and implement performant production systems

Who You Are

  • Proven track record in compiler design and system architecture

  • Strong background in software engineering principles principles

  • Experience with industry-standard compiler technologies

  • Good understanding of testing and benchmarking

  • Industry and/or academic experience working on compilers for parallel architectures

  • Strong C++ programming skills

  • Knowledge of type theory is a plus

Additional Information

Target full-time salary of $250,000. (**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.)