Backend Developer

Summary

Join Forta, a leading threat prevention network leveraging AI and machine learning, as a Software Engineer. You will collaborate with the development team to improve a blockchain exploit prevention solution, investigate new technologies, support cross-team issues, identify and improve code, define processes, write test cases, stay updated on Ethereum developments, participate in code reviews, and mentor others. This role requires 5+ years of software development experience, Ethereum and EVM knowledge, experience with Go and Solidity, AWS services, Docker, ECS, and Terraform. A strong desire to further your Ethereum education and contribute to the blockchain space is essential. Prior remote work experience and advanced English communication skills are also necessary. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science is a bonus.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software development
• Knowledgeable about Ethereum and EVM
• Experience with Go and Solidity
• Experience with AWS services such as Cloudwatch, DynamoDB, ECS
• Experience with Docker, ECS and Terraform
• Strong desire to further your education about Ethereum and contribute to the blockchain space
• Prior experience working remotely: strong personal organizational skills, a love for self-time management, and ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Advanced English communication skills — all of our internal and external communication is in English

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the development team to improve a cutting-edge blockchain exploit prevention solution
• Investigate new tools, products or technologies to improve the team's outputs
• Support cross team issues to meet objectives
• Identify problems in our product or platform & improves areas of the code they work on
• Help define processes and best practices to continue to grow
• Write and execute test cases to ensure the quality and security of the code
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the Ethereum ecosystem and share insights with the team
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of the codebase
• Proactively mentor others to develop in their areas of expertise and provide guidance on best practices and industry standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with OP Stack and Arbitrum works is preferred
• Desire to work with Rust
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Top quality insurance options for you
• Paid leave for new parents
• Team Events: Company retreats in different locations around the world