Senior Software Engineer, Platform

Eigen Labs is more than just a leading name in the blockchain space. We’re the driving force behind EigenLayer, a game-changing solution that revolutionizes crypto-economic security. Imagine a world where blockchain projects break free from the shackles of the scaling trilemma and capital limitations.  In today's blockchain ecosystem, each service is typically secured by its own tokenized trust-network. With EigenLayer, services can build upon the established security of the Ethereum trust network, unlocking untold scalability while maintaining security and decentralization.

The Platform team at EigenLabs is on a mission to provide scalable and secure cloud services that enable product teams to ruthlessly execute their goals to hyperscale Ethereum. The team is scaling up as we seek out innovative thinkers and engineers to join us on our mission.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented and experienced Cloud Infrastructure Platform Engineer with a strong background in backend software development and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of overall backend software development experience and 2-4 years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Kubernetes, along with related technologies such as Terraform, ArgoCD, Datadog, Grafana, Golang, and Python.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design, Build, and Maintain: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable and robust cloud infrastructure solutions using AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
• Automation and CI/CD: Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using ArgoCD, ensuring seamless integration and continuous delivery of applications.
• Monitoring and Logging: Set up and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting systems using Datadog and Grafana to ensure high availability and performance.
• Development: Write high-quality, maintainable code in Golang and Python to automate infrastructure tasks and improve system reliability.
• Collaboration: Work closely with software developers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective cloud infrastructure solutions.
• Security: Implement security best practices to ensure data integrity and compliance with industry standards.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, network issues, and other cloud infrastructure-related problems.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of the cloud infrastructure, processes, and procedures.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 
  • 5-7 years of overall backend software development experience.
  • 2-4 years of hands-on experience with cloud technologies, specifically AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, ArgoCD, Datadog, Prometheus and Grafana.
• Skills: 
  • Proficiency in Golang and Python.
  • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure concepts and best practices.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with modern AWS native services.
• Experience with Ethereum and other PoS blockchain protocols
  
  

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $180,000 - $250,000 is the annual base salary. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Eigen Labs provides various employee benefits, including: 

• Employer-covered Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401k 
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 12 weeks of fully paid maternity and paternity leave

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