Compiler Engineer

Job Description

Our Technology Tezos is an open-source blockchain known for its flexibility, security, and unique self-evolving capabilities. With innovations like Etherlink—an EVM-compatible Layer 2—Tezos is scaling rapidly and attracting a growing developer community. Its ecosystem supports diverse projects, from Uranium.io, a decentralized marketplace for tokenized uranium, to leading digital art platforms like Objkt.com. We encourage you to explore the Tezos website and follow us on Twitter & Discord to learn more about the project. Who We're Looking For We're looking for people who are proactive and resourceful — those who enjoy turning ideas into reality. You’ll have plenty of autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact from day one. Bring your curiosity, energy, and determination, and you’ll play a key role in our growth journey. If you’re comfortable taking initiative, enjoy exploring new possibilities, and are passionate about crypto and working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll feel right at home here. Our Team At Trilitech, we drive innovation in Web3 by empowering developers and creators to build pioneering solutions on the Tezos blockchain. Our expertise spans core blockchain development, decentralised applications, infrastructure tooling, developer experience, and incubation programs, with a strong focus on cultural projects, decentralised finance, and gaming. We're dedicated to redefining possibilities and setting new standards within the rapidly evolving blockchain space. The Role Our core mission is to provide the best experience to developers building applications on Tezos. A crucial component of that experience is the languages they use to write smart contracts. A key aspect of this experience lies in the languages they use for writing smart contracts. It's essential that these languages offer a comprehensive feature set while producing efficient and optimised code. We are looking for individuals with a genuine passion for improving developers' experience and a solid track record of working on compilers. While our preference is London we are open to hiring this role remotely. What you’ll do Improve the Smart Contract Languages for Tezos by adding new features, extending and improving the type system, improving code size of generated code, and improving compiler errors and performance. Work with the team to improve the toolchain for LSP, debugger, formatters, testing frameworks, build systems Work collaboratively with the community to identify developer needs and support outreach for new features Play a key role in shaping the Smart Contract languages for Tezos Guide and mentor other engineers in the team What you’ll need Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related experience. Strong computer fundamentals (e.g. algorithms, data structures and concurrency) Prior experience working on production compilers in industry or working on research compilers in an academic setting Experience with a functional language Strong logic / mathematical background Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of working collaboratively in a team setting. Familiarity with best practices in software engineering, including version control, code review, and continuous integration. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and industry developments. Exceptional creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex operational challenges. What you can expect from us Competitive salary with substantial incentive schemes Generous long-term incentive plan (LTIP) tez token scheme Hybrid working environment Daily lunch provided in-office Commuter costs reimbursement (up to £2,700 annually) 20-day policy for working abroad 25 days paid holiday plus your birthday off Enhanced parental & adoption leave Pension contributions double matched (up to 10%) Private medical and travel insurance with mental health support Learning and development programs Life assurance (5x base salary) Why You'll Love It Join a fast-paced environment where you'll lead impactful initiatives. You’ll have autonomy to deliver results, supported by passionate colleagues in a focused but fun environment. We value ambition, creativity, and continuous learning—providing the ideal setting for career growth. Our Principles: Desire to Win: We strive for excellence and aim to be the best. Sense of Urgency: Adaptability and decisive action keep us ahead. Ownership Mindset: We lead by example, taking responsibility for outcomes. Pragmatism: We focus on impactful results. Communication: Transparency and collaboration are central. Resourceful Approach: We maximise our resources for competitive advantage.