Parity is one of the world’s most experienced companies building the core infrastructure behind blockchain - the system that allows information and value to be shared securely without needing an intermediary. We’re laying the foundation for a better web which respects the freedom and data of individuals, and empowers developers to build better, more trustworthy online services.
Our remote-first, global team develop open-source software that anyone can use or improve. This includes Polkadot, the Polkadot SDK and Kusama - key parts of the Web3 tech stack, the next generation of the internet. Our mission is to make Polkadot the most active and innovative community in blockchain, powering a new era of connected and decentralised applications.
This role sits in our Acceleration department, home to the people who drive ecosystem growth by building tools, integrations, and partnerships across the Polkadot network.
As a Core Developer within the Node function, you'll build and maintain the software that powers network communication, block production, and syncing across the Polkadot network - collaborating with design and engineering teams on infrastructure that's foundational to truly decentralised and resilient applications.
We are looking for new engineers to join the team. In these positions, you will:
Design and implement core node infrastructure that powers the Polkadot network and the teams building applications on it
Collaborate with design and engineering teams and see direct impact of your work
Work on networking, syncing, and tooling that keep the network fast, reliable, and resilient
Work autonomously and solve problems independently
Collaborate with others in an open-source culture, work well with peer review as a reviewer and reviewee
Possess a good understanding of system design and an ability to work with complex systems
Take ownership of their work and be responsible for outcomes
Have good communication skills and can present work in “plain English” in blog posts or conferences
Joining Parity means joining team mates who are genuinely excited about the impact their projects are having, and the opportunity to grow alongside some of the brightest minds in the Web3 space! You’ll work remotely and flexibly, while still getting to meet your team mates throughout the year at team and company-wide retreats.
Upon receiving an offer, all candidates undergo a background check through Zinc, our trusted third-party provider. Team members will be taken on as a contractor via our UK entity.
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Parity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity in our global team and care about everyone in our collective feeling included and welcome.
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Skills Required
- Work autonomously and solve problems independently
- Collaborate in an open-source culture; participate in peer review as reviewer and reviewee
- Good understanding of system design and ability to work with complex systems
- Take ownership of work and be responsible for outcomes
- Good communication skills; able to present work in plain English (blogs or conferences)
- Undergo background check via Zinc and be engaged as a contractor via Parity's UK entity
What We Do
Parity’s mission is to enable businesses and organisations to capitalise on blockchain technology and benefit from the new opportunities it presents. We develop cutting-edge software solutions for enterprises and industries to unlock the full value of decentralised technology. We believe that decentralised technology has the power to fundamentally change and enhance the systems used by businesses, consumers, and governments every day.
