Starknet Foundation is a decentralized Layer 2 network that scales Ethereum using STARK proofs to enable cheaper, faster transactions.
Starknet Foundation is pioneering a new era for decentralized technology, scaling Ethereum and Bitcoin with its innovative Layer 2 network built on STARK proofs. You will join a mission-driven organization focused on enabling faster, cheaper, and more secure transactions for a global user base. This non-profit entity is dedicated to fostering an open, fair, and decentralized future, empowering developers to build groundbreaking applications that redefine the digital world. You will contribute to a platform that is not just making Web3 better, but fundamentally different, ensuring widespread adoption through advanced cryptography and user-centric design. At Starknet Foundation, you will be part of a close-knit, international team of builders, researchers, and community leaders. The culture here is dynamic and entrepreneurial, valuing integrity, transparency, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll engage with diverse projects laying the groundwork for a new digital world, where long-term impact is prioritized over quick wins. The Foundation embraces remote work, creating a connected and supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect across geographical boundaries. As an engineer, you will confront fascinating technical challenges, developing with the Cairo programming language and building solutions that enhance the scalability and security of blockchain. You will tackle problems related to decentralized sequencing, optimize data usage, and craft a unified execution layer that makes secure assets productive for a billion users. This involves building and maintaining complex ETL pipelines, APIs, databases, and middleware. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical roadmap, deploying robust infrastructure for highly available backend services, and ensuring reliability and performance for the entire ecosystem. If you are an impatient optimist, a maker at heart, and someone who thrives in uncharted territory, the Starknet Foundation offers a unique opportunity. You are someone who thinks in systems, operates well in ambiguity, and is motivated by making a meaningful, long-term impact. If you are ready to challenge assumptions, embrace first principles, and help bring fairness, creativity, and opportunity to the digital world, you will find your place among a team committed to pushing the boundaries of decentralized systems.