Affinidi
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SeniorBackendEngineer(Rust)
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“Senior Backend Engineer (Rust) at Affinidi. Skills: Rust, backend development, performance optimization, distributed systems, cloud computing (AWS). guide the development of secure, scalable, and high-performance backend systems for the Affinidi Elements platform. delivering a multi-component platform”
Industry & Context.
solution-oriented; diagnosing and preventing system bottlenecks; design and implement solutions to complex, large-scale technical challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Rust as a core expertise, backend development skills with Rust, Proven experience with performance optimization and a track record of diagnosing and preventing system bottlenecks, Deep knowledge of TypeScript/Node. js, Expertise in cloud computing (AWS) and cloud-native environments, Proven track record in developing distributed systems using modern design patterns, Skilled in technical documentation (C4 Model, ADRs) and clear communication of architectural decisions, advocate for privacy by design, security-first principles, and high-performance systems, Experience with applying asynchronous cryptography in production-grade products, Experience with authorization/authentication
Nice to Have
TypeScript, Dart experience strongly preferred, knowledge of identity, verifiable credentials, or secure data exchange is a plus, Comfortable thriving in autonomous, fast-moving startup environments and collaborating across global teams, Experience working across functions, locations, and time zones, Expertise in decentralized identity solutions, Experience building systems with advanced cryptography requirements
What You'll Do.
guide the development of secure
and high-performance backend systems for the Affinidi Elements platform
delivering a multi-component platform
design and developing production-quality systems
Build and deliver secure
high-quality features and improvements for the Affinidi Elements Platform using Rust
Create standards-compliant world-class software systems and components
Contribute to architectural direction
staying hands-on with development
Help design and implement solutions to complex
large-scale technical challenges
Identify and drive the most critical improvements in product quality
Elevate engineering standards through your expertise
mentorship and commitment to best practices
Guide the team to build well-tested
and performant services
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with global peers on teams dedicated to areas of the product portfolio, from the product, design, infrastructure, architecture, and back/front-end engineering teams; Collaborate closely with product, security, and engineering peers in a fast-paced, iterative environment; collaboration with standards bodies; collaboration across global teams
Communication Scope
clear communication of architectural decisions
Full Job Description
About the Company Affinidi is a technology company dedicated to changing data ownership for good. We empower businesses and individuals with control and ownership of their data, with a comprehensive approach to managing their holistic identity – accounting for all aspects of their digital footprint while ensuring privacy and security. Affinidi’s technology enables users to benefit from decentralised digital identity solutions. We believe that everyone has the right to own and control their data, and we are committed to creating a trusted digital credentials ecosystem that empowers businesses and individuals to securely exchange data and services across borders and industries. About the role: We are in search of a solution-oriented Senior Software Engineer (Backend) with demonstrable experience in Rust, to help guide the development of secure, scalable, and high-performance backend systems for the Affinidi Elements platform. In this role, you will work with global peers on teams dedicated to areas of the product portfolio, from the product, design, infrastructure, architecture, and back/front-end engineering teams. Your responsibilities will include delivering a multi-component platform, leveraging your experience in helping to design and developing production-quality systems. This role offers the opportunity for professional growth within a high-performing team culture. Our work culture at Affinidi is shaped by the following tenets: We are unapologetically customer-focused We invest in cultures and teams to enable high performance Embraces experimentation and builds fast We have the courage to be misunderstood We work together to unlock data Further, Affinidi’s focus on the open source community, and collaboration with standards bodies to develop the next version of the internet – the Internet of Trust – guides every engineering and product decision we make. What’s in it for you: Build and deliver secure, high-quality features and improvements for the A
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