Solidity Compiler Frontend Engineer

### About CertiK CertiK is a leading company in blockchain security, having worked with over 4,798 clients and secured more than $597 billion in digital assets. Our clients include prominent projects like Aave, Polygon, Yearn, and Chiliz. ### About the Role We are looking for an experienced **Solidity Compiler Frontend Engineer** to join our team focused on developing cutting-edge blockchain compiler infrastructure and formal verification tools. You will work on optimizing the frontend components of Solidity compilation pipelines, emphasizing static analysis, type checking, and integration with formal verification systems. ### Responsibilities - Design and implement frontend components for the Solidity compiler, including lexical analysis, parsing, AST generation, and semantic analysis. - Optimize compiler performance and enhance error reporting and diagnostics. - Develop integration layers between the Solidity compiler and formal verification tools. - Contribute to the evolution of Solidity language features and specifications. - Collaborate with security researchers to implement static analysis and security checks. - Maintain and improve existing compiler infrastructure and tooling. ### Requirements - 3+ years of professional experience in Solidity compiler development or related compiler projects (e.g., EVM-based languages, smart contract compilers). - Strong proficiency in Java with a deep understanding of Java-based compiler development and optimization. - Solid foundation in compiler theory, including parsing techniques, type systems, and intermediate representations. - Experience with formal methods or formal verification tools (e.g., SMT solvers, theorem provers, or verification frameworks). - Strong understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and smart contract execution models. - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. ### Preferred Qualifications - Experience with LLVM or similar compiler infrastructure. - Knowledge of programming language semantics and type theory. - Contributions to open-source compiler projects. - Experience with Solidity or other blockchain programming languages. ### What We Offer - Opportunity to shape the national conversation on blockchain and security. - Collaborate with industry-leading security researchers, technologists, and global institutions. - Flexible work environment and mission-driven culture. ### Compensation If the role is performed in the US, the target annual compensation is **$140,000 - $220,000**. The exact compensation will be determined by the skills and experience of qualified candidates.