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# Remote Backend Engineer

- **Company:** Pod Network
- **Location:** Poole, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Blockchain, Backend
- **Published:** June 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/remote-backend-engineer-poole-dorset/2835365151-2/

## About the Role

* Blockchain Expertise: Strong understanding of blockchain systems, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
 * Backend Development: Experience building scalable, high-performance systems.
 * Programming Skills: Proficiency in Rust. Experience in libraries like alloy and reth is appreciated.
 * Adaptability: Ability to dive into new technologies and concepts with ease.
 * Team Collaboration: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a small, high-performing team.
 * Attention to Detail: Commitment to producing clean, maintainable code and clear documentation.

## Description

As a Backend Engineer, you'll collaborate directly with the CTO to architect and build the core infrastructure of Pod. This is a high-impact role where you'll shape the foundation of a platform designed to push the boundaries of decentralized applications., * Architect and Build: Design and implement critical systems, including consensus mechanisms, transaction reordering processes, and state management.

 * Innovate: Address complex challenges in distributed systems and cryptography to enhance scalability and robustness.
 * Collaborate: Work closely with the founding team to iterate rapidly based on feedback from our integration partners and other members of the blockchain ecosystem.
 * Set Standards: Establish benchmarks, tools, and best practices to ensure the system is efficient, scalable, and developer-friendly.


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