Principal Rust Development Engineer

Bybit · Hong Kong +1 · 1mo ago

Staff / Lead / PrincipalOn-siteSoftware Engineering

About Us

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance.

Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution.

Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.

Responsibilities

System Design & Development

Design and develop core wallet modules using Rust. Candidates with experience in other backend languages who are willing to transition to Rust are also welcome.
Optimize existing system architecture to improve performance and stability
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and security

In-Memory System Development

Design and implement efficient in-memory systems to improve system throughput, latency, and robustness
Integrate with various blockchain networks to handle transfers, rollbacks, transaction signing, broadcasting, and other related external systems
Implement and strengthen system and asset security to protect users' and the company's crypto assets

Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

Work closely with team members to drive project progress
Share technical knowledge and help elevate the team's overall technical capabilities

Requirements

Must-Have

3+ years of backend development experience with a solid foundation in computer science
Rust development experience, or proficiency in similar languages (C/C++, Go, etc.) with a willingness to learn Rust
Familiarity with multi-threading and concurrent programming; experience with high-performance or financial-grade system development

Nice to Have

Experience with blockchain wallet development or similar financial systems
Familiarity with on-chain/off-chain cryptographic algorithms; ability to participate in security audits and identify/remediate potential vulnerabilities

Personal Qualities

Strong communication skills and a collaborative team spirit
Genuine passion for technology and a drive to continuously learn and explore
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to independently take ownership of complex tasks

Why Join Us
At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Our benefits include:
- Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
- Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
- Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
- Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
- Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.

Principal Rust Development Engineer

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