SORAMITSU is an award-winning global financial technology company with expertise in developing blockchain-based solutions for digital asset and identity management. Our mission is to use blockchain to promote innovation and solve pressing societal challenges.
SORAMITSU is the developer of and major contributor to the open-source blockchain platform Hyperledger Iroha, which is tailored for enterprise and public-sector use. Hyperledger Iroha, a project of Hyperledger Foundation, part of the Linux Foundation, has a permissions system that is scalable and performant.
Utilizing blockchain, SORAMITSU has developed a digital currency for the National Bank of Cambodia, a CBDC Proof-of-Concept with the Bank of the Lao PDR, a closed-loop payment system for the University of Aizu in Japan, an identity verification system prototype for Bank Central Asia in Indonesia, we were finalists in the Monetary Authority of Singapore CBDC Challenge, and are currently participating in Asia-Pacific's first proof-of-concept test of a cross-border, multi-currency security settlement system using distributed ledger technology with the Asian Development Bank. We have also conducted proof-of-concept tests for several major Japanese enterprises, and are active contributors to open source projects, such as Klaytn, South Korea's leading Layer-1 blockchain, KAGOME, the C++ Polkadot Host implementation, the SORA crypto-economic system, the Polkaswap DEX, and the DeFi wallet, Fearless Wallet
Based on these experiences, SORAMITSU aims to deploy cutting-edge technology on a global level in order to expedite financial inclusion and health, mitigate economic inefficiencies, and contribute to the fulfilment of the Sustainable Development Goals.
You can find out more by visiting our homepage at soramitsu.co.jp or check out our Twitter profile.
Join our dynamic team as a Rust Developer Trainee and embark on a transformative experience. As a part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of crafting revolutionary financial services leveraging the power of blockchain technology.
The internship program is thoughtfully curated to equip you with the following proficiencies:
- Learn to write safe asynchronous code in Rust
- Design software using Rust
- Write tests to ensure the high quality of functional and non-functional characteristics of the code
- Utilize frameworks and libraries that will become part of software systems
- Immerse yourself in blockchain and web3 technologies
- Become part of a SCRUM-team and participate in the development of open-source project
You need to have:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or enrollment in professional courses.
- Experience in Rust, with a fair knowledge of the language specification
- Thorough knowledge of the standard library, and algorithms
- Experience in writing code in Rust
- Proficiency in Git/GitHub version control is a plus.
- Excellent command of English, proficiency in Japanese will be considered a plus
Required soft skills:
- Self-motivated and willing to invest time in self-study.
- Open to receiving and responding to constructive criticism.
If you are passionate about Frontend development and eager to gain practical experience in blockchain technology, we invite you to apply for this exciting Trainee Frontend Developer position. Join our team at Soramitsu and be a part of shaping the future of digital currencies.
This is a remote position. Our distributed team is mostly spread across Europe and Asia. Team meetings are held generally during European working hours, and it is expected that you would adapt if necessary and be available accordingly.
If you have the required qualifications and are passionate about the Web3 industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
SORAMITSU values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and employees. Our employment decisions, such as hiring, promotion, discipline, and termination, are based solely on an individual's qualifications, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate against anyone on the basis of their race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.