Systems Engineer

unto-labs· 01 Engineering
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📍 San FranciscoFullTime

About this role

About Unto Labs

Unto Labs is a team of low-level engineers pushing distributed systems to the physical limits of modern hardware. We’re reimagining blockchains, from core consensus primitives to performance-tuned networking stacks, in the service of global scale applications.

About the role

We're seeking a Systems Engineer to take on the toughest challenges in distributed, high-performance computing. You'll be responsible for designing and building key parts of a base-layer blockchain, focused on juicing every last ounce of performance from commodity hardware. As a member of our fast-paced team, you'll work across the entire modern blockchain stack, including cryptography, consensus, distributed systems, and core kernels.

Responsibilities

  • Design systems for robust process isolation

  • Build and test high-performance sub-systems from scratch in C, focusing on cryptographic operations, consensus mechanisms, and networking

  • Implement advanced error correction and data recovery mechanisms

  • Build and contribute to a suite of custom benchmarking and performance testing tools

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in systems programming languages (C, C++, Rust) with a focus on performance optimization

  • Experience and understanding of modern CPU architectures, memory hierarchies, and low-level optimization techniques

  • Expertise in high-performance networking and protocol design

  • Understanding of distributed systems and consensus algorithms

Why join us?

  • Be at the forefront of blockchain technology, working on next-generation performance optimization, on a small, fast-moving, tight-knit team

  • Work with a team of experts with deep expertise in high-frequency trading and scaling developer ecosystems

  • Shape the architecture of a system designed to process millions of transactions per second

  • Access to cutting-edge hardware and development tools

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive salary ($180k-$250k+ USD)

  • Significant equity and upside potential

  • Flexible work environment

  • Unlimited vacation policy

  • Health insurance

  • Hardware and development tool allowance

  • Conference and learning budget

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Where is the Systems Engineer position at unto-labs located?
This Systems Engineer role at unto-labs is based in San Francisco. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Systems Engineer role at unto-labs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Systems Engineer role in the 01 Engineering department at unto-labs.
Which team or department does the Systems Engineer at unto-labs belong to?
This Systems Engineer position is part of the 01 Engineering department at unto-labs. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Systems Engineer position at unto-labs?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to unto-labs's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Systems Engineer job at unto-labs posted?
This Systems Engineer position at unto-labs was posted on Feb 7, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Systems Engineer
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