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.
About the RoleWe are looking for new engineers to join the Platform function. In these positions, you will:
Design and implement the shared infrastructure and services that the Polkadot platform is built on
Build the SDKs and APIs that developers use to create and deploy applications on the platform
Work on the user agents that run these applications on web, desktop and mobile
Help keep the platform secure, reliable, and able to scale to a large number of users
Work autonomously and solve problems independently
Care about the developers who use your work, and build interfaces that are stable and easy to use
Collaborate with others in an open-source culture
Take ownership of your work and be responsible for outcomes
Have good communication skills and can present work in "plain English" in blog posts or conferences
Skills Required
- Ability to work autonomously and solve problems independently
- Care about developers and build stable, easy-to-use interfaces
- Ability to collaborate in an open-source culture
- Take ownership of work and responsibility for outcomes
- Good communication skills, including presenting work in plain English through blog posts or conferences
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.
