🚀 Whatnot

Whatnot is a livestream shopping platform and marketplace backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, and CapitalG. We’re building the future of ecommerce, bringing together community, shopping and entertainment. We are committed to our values, and as a remote-first team, we operate out of hubs within the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, and Germany today.

We’re innovating in the fast-paced world of live auctions in categories including sports, fashion, video games, and streetwear. The platform couples rigorous seller vetting with a focus on community to create a welcoming space for buyers and sellers to share their passions with others.

And, we’re growing. Whatnot has been the fastest growing marketplace in the US over the past two years and we’re hiring forward-thinking problem solvers across all functional areas.

💻 Role

As part of the Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for building and scaling Whatnot’s best-in-class live streaming and marketplace service for all users. You will build the foundations for Whatnot’s future across reliability, scalability, and performance of our systems.

• Ensuring availability, performance, security, and scalability of production systems.
• Work with the engineering team to get services deployed across different environments.
• Scale for capacity and traffic spikes of 20x normal load during high-volume events.
• Providing recommendations for architecture and process improvements.
• Maintain an efficient CI/CD pipeline to help developers ship the software faster and safer in a structured environment.

👋 You

Curious about who thrives at Whatnot? We’ve found that low ego, a growth mindset, and leaning into action and high impact goes a long way here.

As our next Infrastructure Software Engineer, you should have 5+ years of infrastructure engineering experience, building scalable systems that can handle millions of users, plus:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience at a hyper-growth startup. You’re a self-starter who can hit the ground running with little direction.
• Prior experience in a public cloud environment (AWS, GCP) using Kubernetes, Docker, and/or Terraform.
• Expert knowledge of various CI/CD workflows.
• Exceptional coding skills and the ability to ship new products lightning fast. We primarily use Python, Elixir, JavaScript, but previous knowledge of each is not required.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

💰Compensation

For US-based applicants: $185,000 - $245,000/year + benefits + stock options

The salary range may be inclusive of several levels that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be based on a number of factors including, level, relevant prior experience, skills and expertise. This range is only inclusive of base salary, not benefits (more details below) or equity in the form of stock options.

🎁 Benefits

• Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a spring and winter break)
• Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
• Work From Home Support
  • $1,000 home office setup allowance
  • $150 monthly allowance for cell phone and internet

• Care benefits
  • $450 monthly allowance on food
  • $500 monthly allowance for wellness
  • $5,000 annual allowance towards Childcare
  • $20,000 lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses
• Retirement; 401k offering for Traditional and Roth accounts in the US (employer match up to 4% of base salary) and Pension plans internationally
• Parental Leave
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work *company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence.

💛 EOE

Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by local law. We believe that our work is better and our company culture is improved when we encourage, support, and respect the different skills and experiences represented within our workforce.

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If you’ve ever envisioned yourself at the forefront of AI and Web3 innovation, then Cere offers the perfect opportunity to transform that vision into reality.

Cere is a cutting-edge Web3 data infrastructure scale-up seeking someone who is not just looking for a job but wants to be challenged to accomplish great things in an exciting venture.

About Cere Network

Since its launch in 2019, the Cere team has consistently anticipated the difficulties that the present systems would encounter, now highlighted by the swift advancements of AI and the accompanying surge in data. With companies using multiple vendors causing data fragmentation that complicates AI integration, Cere is presenting itself as an objective, open-source solution, with a clear vision: All data should be decentralized. Unequivocally.

Cere is backed by the world’s largest institutions and projects, including Binance Labs, Republic Labs, and Polygon. For more info, see: www.cere.network.

Our Ethos

At Cere, we’re not just hiring for roles; we’re seeking a specific blend of qualities. We value those who excel in our fast-paced environment, embracing methodical, simulation-driven development and a first-principle thinking approach.

Our team members uphold high standards, discipline, and a growth mindset that fuels ongoing learning and process refinement. Exceptional written communication is a must, as we rely on tools like Notion, Slack, and Wiki to ensure organized, transparent collaboration.

We prioritize autonomy and goal orientation, fostering a culture of accountability and transparency. Our ecosystem thrives on supportive, challenge-driven teamwork, a driving force behind Cere’s rapid innovation.

We’re drawn to individuals with character, high standards, and the ability to build and optimize efficient habits. A growth mindset and commitment to collective success underscore our team dynamics, as we aim to nurture a larger ecosystem of collaboration and progress.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Lead Developer, someone to spearhead innovation by driving application and vertical integrations using our AI agent orchestration system and leveraging our secure computation and data infrastructure. You will be a key player in a team that values continuous learning, collaboration, and the entrepreneurial spirit to challenge the status quo.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the acceleration of AI adoption by spearheading integration initiatives in partnership with our core technical and sales teams.
• Innovate and Implement: Utilize your deep understanding of AI, ML, NLP, web technologies, and API development to innovate and translate complex requirements into scalable solutions.
• Close cross-functional collaboration with our technology leader to ensure development efforts are in line with organizational objectives.
• Engage in purposeful project development, applying your technical acumen to forge solutions that have a tangible impact.
• Community Engagement and Knowledge Sharing by acting as a thought leader by engaging with the wider AI community, sharing insights, and contributing to the collective knowledge pool to keep our team at the cutting edge.
• Serve as a cultural champion, exemplifying our ethos of perpetual learning, innovation, and significant contribution.

Qualifications

• Advanced data science and mathematical skills (e.g. PhD in computational modeling, machine learning, statistics, computer science)
• Minimum of 3-5 hands-on years of experience in software development and/or research, with a focus on AI, ML, or NLP, preferably in a tech/SaaS environment.
• A foundational understanding of AI models and their applications/use cases.
• Knowledge of how full-stack SaaS products work, scale and perform.
• Expertise with cutting-edge technologies such as transfer learning, unsupervised feature generation, meta-learning, generative text models, computer vision, sensor fusion, or reinforcement learning.
• Proficient in deep programming to implement solutions in production.
• Experience defining and leading large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to track and interpret information.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area/ or Poland, Warsaw Nice to have:
• Strong understanding of the web3 industry and web technologies.

A bit more about our Multinational, High-Performance (and primarily remote) Team

Join a highly talented multicultural team based all over the world, including Berlin, Amsterdam, San Francisco and Warsaw. As stated above, we make remote working possible by embracing our ethos, yet many teams also travel to meet in person every 1-2 months. We all want high degrees of autonomy and flexibility to make life and work fun, but transparency, accountability/ownership are the requisites.

As a Blockchain Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design and implementation of our protocol. Your primary focus will be on developing robust and scalable blockchain solutions, contributing to both the core blockchain and the surrounding infrastructure. Your work will involve a deep dive into blockchain technology, particularly focusing on the Cosmos SDK, to create efficient, reliable, and high-performing software.

About ZetaChain

ZetaChain aims to be the only blockchain you’ll ever need. It is a layer 1 blockchain and developer platform that connects any L1 and L2, from Ethereum to Bitcoin and beyond. Access all of crypto in one place, as a developer or user.

ZetaChain prides itself on its vibrant and active community, a testament to our growing impact and relevance in the blockchain space:

• Thriving Ecosystem: 1000 dApps developed between testnet and mainnet, showcasing diverse innovation and utilization.
• Engagement: With over a million community members, ZetaChain fosters a dynamic environment for engagement, and collaboration.
• Live on Mainnet: partnered with all major exchanges.
• Activity: Our network has over 550k unique addresses.
• Well Funded: Raised over $27M!

Find out more about our ecosystem.

Find out more about our hiring culture: Dream Team Culture.

Why You Want To Work Here

• Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a remote work environment, ensuring a work-life balance. Plus visits to our San Francisco HQ
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Dive deep into the latest advancements in blockchain technology with ZetaChain’s innovative protocol.
• Impactful Role: Play a pivotal role in shaping the security and efficiency of a leading blockchain protocol.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape, ensuring you’re always at the forefront of the industry.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to the development of the ZetaChain protocol, focusing on high-quality code and innovative solutions.
• Employ best practices in software development to ensure the protocol is not only secure but also optimized for performance and scalability.
• Engage in the development and optimization of EVM contracts written in Solidity, ensuring they meet high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Lead and participate in research initiatives to explore new features, optimizations, and technologies that could benefit ZetaChain.

Who Would Be a Good Fit for This Role?

• Experienced Blockchain Developer:
  • Individuals with substantial experience in blockchain development, capable of understanding and building complex blockchain architectures.
• Innovative Software Engineering Background:
  • Developers who have a proven track record in software engineering, showing expertise in languages like Go, Rust, or Solidity.
• Contributor to Open Source and Blockchain Communities:
  • Individuals actively involved in the blockchain community, contributing to open-source projects and staying updated with the latest trends and advancements in blockchain technology.

Requirements

• Our tech stack
  • Protocol: Go (Cosmos SDK, go-ethereum, btcsuite)
  • Smart contracts: Solidity
• Location
  • Remote or San Francisco
• Experience
  • 4+ years of software development experience
  • 2+ years of blockchain development experience
  • Must Have: Hands-on blockchain development experience
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Participate in on-call rotation (Once every 5 weeks)