Senior Software Engineer (Prototype) - Innovation R&D

Degree in Computer Science is desirable but not essential 7+ years of software engineering experience Experience working with Git and Git workflow Practical experience with Agile software development methods Knowledge of functional and object-oriented programming paradigms Ability to understand project needs, objectives and timescales Write idiomatic code that satisfies acceptance criteria Write tests (unit tests, property tests) Document code and APIs concisely and unambiguously Provide detailed guidance on work to be done Pragmatically adhere to software engineering principles Advanced proficiency in multiple programming languages and functional paradigms Expertise in at least one system programming language (e.g., Rust, C++) Proficiency in functional languages (e.g., Haskell, OCaml, F#) Familiarity or experience with formal specification languages (e.g., Lean, Coq, TLA+) Strong theoretical grounding in computer science Comprehensive understanding of blockchain technology Proven self-direction Ability to design and document high-level architecture and system specifications Proficient in reading and synthesising scientific research papers Skilled in developing complex prototypes

Improve how IOG builds and maintains software Contribute to product development Advocate for and model high-quality engineering practices Apply systematic debugging Collaborate cross-functionally Act as a technical and prioritization leader Serve as a go-to expert Operate with a high degree of autonomy Review specifications from architects Lead the design and integration of software components Ensure reliability of deployed products Contribute to high-quality deliverables Produce clear technical documentation