Direct applicants only. Please note that we are not seeking assistance from recruiters, headhunters, or agencies for this position.

If you've 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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Blockchain Developer with proficiency in Rust programming to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will develop, maintain, and optimise blockchain protocols and applications using the Substrate framework.

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:

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.

Responsibilities

- Design and implement decentralised applications (dApps) using Substrate and Rust.
- Develop robust and secure smart contracts and pallets.
- Optimize and maintain existing blockchain applications for maximum performance and scalability.
- Collaborate with the team to identify and solve blockchain-related issues.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in blockchain technology.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 7+ years of software engineering experience.
- Proficiency in Rust programming, with a strong grasp of its paradigms, memory management, and concurrency patterns.
- Demonstrated experience with Substrate framework and blockchain technology.
- Experience with basic cryptographic primitives (hashing, signing)
- Knowledge of blockchain architecture, consensus algorithms, and decentralized technologies.

Tech stack:
- JS/TypeScript
- Rust

Nice to have:
- Golang
- Linux scripting

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

Join a highly talented multicultural team that is 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.