Senior Software Engineer

Cortwo is a well-funded, early Series-A startup based in Dallas, TX, disrupting the internet by creating the first secure global network. Join us as we redefine the way people communicate at the largest scale possible.

Role Summary

As a Senior Engineer at Cortwo, you will be at the forefront of developing our groundbreaking trust platform using Rust. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you will contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of a robust, scalable, and distributed system. Your expertise in Rust, coupled with your experience in large-scale system development, will be crucial in driving the success of our platform. You will work closely with our engineering and product teams to bring our vision to life, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security across all layers of our system.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development:

• Lead the design and implementation of core components of Cortwo’s trust platform, ensuring high performance, scalability, and robustness.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient Rust code, following best practices and industry standards.
• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.

System Architecture:

• Play a key role in defining the architecture of our platform, focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
• Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to design and implement distributed systems and microservices architectures.

Mentorship:

• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Share knowledge and provide technical leadership in Rust and related technologies.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with product managers, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software that meets business requirements and user needs.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and ensuring adherence to best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies and methodologies to improve the efficiency and quality of our development processes.
• Proactively identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

Experience: 5 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on system-level programming and large-scale distributed systems.

Extensive experience with Rust, including production-level coding and architectural design.

Proven track record of delivering high-performance, reliable, and secure software in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of Rust, including its ecosystem, best practices, and idiomatic usage.

Strong understanding of distributed systems, network protocols, and cloud environments.

Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and modern CI/CD pipelines.

Proficiency in database design and implementation, particularly with high-performance NoSQL and SQL databases.

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is required, or equivalent work experience. A master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in startup environments, particularly in building and scaling products from the ground up. Familiarity with security best practices and cryptographic principles. Contributions to open-source projects, especially within the Rust community.

Why Join Cortwo

Impact: Play a critical role in a startup with a vision at the largest scale.

Growth: Enjoy significant opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Innovation: Work on cutting-edge technology.

Benefits: Competitive compensation, stock options, unlimited PTO, holidays, sick days, top-tier health benefits, a 401(k) program with 6% employer matching, on-site gym membership, fully covered lunch daily, and free parking.