Senior Backend Engineer

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Shape the Future of BlockchainBringing Business On-Chain

Were offering a unique opportunity to join Launch Legends (and Autheo) as a part-time Equity Cofounder. Founded nearly four years ago Launch Legends is at the forefront of bridging Web3 blockchain technology with the next evolution of Web2 integrationbringing businesses on-chain through enterprise-grade solutions DePIN innovations and decentralized financial infrastructure.

Our flagship project Autheo is an AI enabled Layer-Zero OS with an integrated Layer-1blockchain andcomplete decentralized infrastructure thast includes decentralized compute storage identity and service marketplaces as well as a Full-stack development enveronment (DevHub)engineered for scalable enterprise adoption developer innovation and real-world blockchain integration.

Our Projects

Autheo
Autheo Team - Legends (Parent Company)
Twitter: Autheo
With nearly 100 equity cofounders from leading companies and institutionsmany with advanced degrees and PhDsAutheo is solving the critical challenges blocking business adoption of blockchain technology.
Key Features:
- Enterprise-Grade Layer-1 Blockchain High-speed self-securing and cost-efficient infrastructure built for scale.
- Developer Hub & Application Marketplace A decentralized platform where developers build deploy and monetize real-world apps.
- Web2-Web3 Integration Microservices SDKs and governance frameworks for seamless business migration.
- Decentralized Cloud & Compute Secure privacy-preserving storage and AI-powered compute for next-gen applications.
- DePIN Infrastructure On-chain networks powering real-world infrastructure ownership and resource sharing.
Traction (Testnet Launch):
- Wallet Accounts: 290000
- Twitter Followers:30000
- Discord Members: 19000
- Smart Contracts Deployed: 30000
- Developers Registered for MVP DevHub: 7500
Compensation & Growth Path
This is a part timeequity / token-based cofounder opportunity. You will receive equity in Launch Legends Autheo and the WFO Creator Network along with token allocations in the Autheo blockchain. We have already completed an initial financing round to support infrastructure and marketing and are currently in discussions with VCs and crypto investors to fund expansion and salaries. Salaried compensation is expected to begin within 4 to 5 months following ournode tokensales or funding.
ROLE
Role: Senior Backend Engineer
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Backend Engineer for a **part-time equity-based cofounder role** to join our elite platform engineering team at the forefront of blockchain infrastructure. At Autheo youll build a scalable backend platform orchestrating 1B TPS 200GB/s DePIN data flows and cross-chain integrations via GraphQL/gRPC APIs delivering sub-1ms responses 99.999% uptime and unbreakable encryption across Ethereum Solana Polkadot Cosmos and 20 ecosystems.
As a Senior Backend Engineer youll design server-side logic for WebAssembly (WASM) runtimes using Rust or Go powering privacy-preserving smart contracts secure DePIN compute tasks and sovereign dApp deployments. This role is critical to creating a platform surpassing Ethereums EVM and Solanas SVM by embedding cryptography homomorphic encryption and zero-knowledge proofs enabling encrypted computations at 0.4μs per operation. Youll collaborate with cryptographers blockchain experts AI/ML specialists and DePIN architects to drive our Layer 0/1 ecosystem for exabyte-scale data processing.
If youre passionate about distributed systems API design and building resilient backends for a part-time high-impact role join us to shape the sovereign computation layer for the next trillion-dollar decentralized economy.
Key Responsibilities:
The Senior Backend Engineer will:
Design Backend Services:
* Architect APIs/services for cryptographic operations with 0.4μs responses at 1B TPS.
* Implement DAG-based logic for topological workflow execution with zero overhead.
* Design secure data pipelines with homomorphic encryption for blockchain/DePIN data.
Secure Execution Layers:
* Develop zero-knowledge proof backends generating 1-5ms proofs for runtime integration.
* Implement differential privacy (ε0.5) for metadata protection in DePIN datasets.
* Build secure enclave services supporting 1TB memory for large-scale deployments.
Cross-Chain Integration:
* Create GraphQL/gRPC APIs for cross-chain operations with sub-50ms latency.
* Implement saga patterns for transaction consistency across heterogeneous blockchains.
* Design webhook systems for <50ms event delivery to 10M dApp endpoints.
AI-Driven Optimization:
* Build ML-driven load balancers optimizing 200GB/s DePIN flows with 95% accuracy.
* Develop predictive scaling forecasting transaction spikes 24 hours in advance.
* Integrate GenAI for automated API schema generation with zero developer effort.
Compliance & Governance:
* Embed GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA-compliant data routing with automated audit logging.
* Implement on-chain governance for $THEO token holders to vote on backend upgrades.
* Design zk-proof audit trails for SOC 2 Type II/HITRUST CSF certification.
Backend Reliability:
* Deploy to Kubernetes with 99.999% uptime using circuit breakers and retries.
* Implement OpenTelemetry tracing for 100% transaction paths with <15min MTTR.
* Build ML-powered monitoring for backend health and resource optimization.
Developer Ecosystem:
* Create SDKs (Rust/Go/JS) for single-command backend operations.
* Build self-service consoles for custom API deployment in <5 minutes.
* Design integration playgrounds with mock environments for rapid testing.
Leadership & Innovation:
* Collaborate with blockchain AI/ML and security teams for seamless API contracts.
* Lead backend architecture reviews for scalability and security.
* Mentor engineers and contribute to open-source Web3 backend components.
* Publish at WasmCon/Web3 Summit on backend innovations.
Qualifications:
Must Have:
* Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
* 4 years building high-throughput blockchain backend systems.
* Proven delivery of secure APIs for dApps/DeFi platforms.
* Expertise in Rust/Go and GraphQL/gRPC.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with zero-knowledge proofs or homomorphic encryption.
* Background in DeFi or healthcare-compliant backends.
* Open-source Web3 backend contributions.
Technical Skills:
* Expert in Rust/Go for concurrent backend services.
* Proficient in GraphQL/gRPC Kafka and distributed transactions.
* Skilled in WebAssembly Kubernetes and OpenTelemetry.
* Experienced with zk-proofs secure enclaves and compliance auditing.
Soft Skills:
* Strong optimization for microsecond performance.
* Skilled in scalable API design and developer tools.
* Leadership in backend architecture and Web3 innovation.
* Passion for open-source Web3 ecosystems.
Preferred:
* Masters in Distributed Systems with ICDCS/Middleware publications.
* Experience leading remote Web3 backend teams.
* Contributions to blockchain standards or patents in backend tech.
* Certifications in API design or blockchain development.
Deliverables (90 Days):
* Backend services with 0.4μs responses at 1B TPS.
* Homomorphic encryption integration at 25μs latency.
* zk-proof backend with 1-5ms proofs.
* Secure enclave backend for 1TB memory.
* SDKs for zero-config backend operations.
* Layer 2 rollup backend for 10K TPS.
* Open-source components driving 100 integrations.
* WasmCon 2026 presentation on backend leadership
About Our Organization
Autheo is a visionary technology company building a developer experience platform surpassing MetaMask and WalletConnect with GenAI-powered 60fps UIs for cross-chain dApp development. Our mission is to empower the next billion developers with intuitive frontend infrastructure for sovereign DeFi healthcare AI and IoT applications. Were developing Layer 0/1 blockchains with billions TPS secure virtual machines sovereign communications and AI-driven DePIN networks. Backed by elite UX leadership and a global team of frontend engineers designers and blockchain architects Autheo aims to disrupt the $100B Web3 tools market with accessible sovereign interfaces. Join us to craft experiences onboarding humanity to the decentralized future.
ðŸŒ ðŸš WHY JOIN LAUNCH LEGENDS
- Traction with Momentum: Autheo is already gaining significant traction in the blockchain space with rapid developer adoption platform growth and partnership interest.
- Cross-Industry Impact; Autheo is positioned to transform not only the Web3 ecosystembut also Web2 and the broader technology sectorby enabling real-world business adoption of decentralized infrastructure.
- Real Innovation Not Hype: Unlike many blockchain ventures Autheo is focused on substance over speculation. We are building real solutions: modular fullstack infrastructure enterprise-grade toolkits decentralized identity cloud compute and service orchestration.
- Backed by Elite Talent: Youll join a team composed of professionals from top-tier universities Fortune 500 companies and major blockchain platforms. Our team includes multiple PhDs and senior engineers who have launched and scaled world-class technologies.
If youre ready to redefine blockchain adoption empower global business integration and help shape the next generation of Web3 and developer ecosystems we invite you to take the next step.
Lets build the futuretogether.

Shape the Future of BlockchainBringing Business On-ChainWere offering a unique opportunity to join Launch Legends (and Autheo) as a part-time Equity Cofounder. Founded nearly four years ago Launch Legends is at the forefront of bridging Web3 blockchain technology with the next evolution of Web2 inte...

Shape the Future of BlockchainBringing Business On-Chain

Our Projects

Autheo
Autheo Team - Legends (Parent Company)
Twitter: Autheo
With nearly 100 equity cofounders from leading companies and institutionsmany with advanced degrees and PhDsAutheo is solving the critical challenges blocking business adoption of blockchain technology.
Key Features:
- Enterprise-Grade Layer-1 Blockchain High-speed self-securing and cost-efficient infrastructure built for scale.
- Developer Hub & Application Marketplace A decentralized platform where developers build deploy and monetize real-world apps.
- Web2-Web3 Integration Microservices SDKs and governance frameworks for seamless business migration.
- Decentralized Cloud & Compute Secure privacy-preserving storage and AI-powered compute for next-gen applications.
- DePIN Infrastructure On-chain networks powering real-world infrastructure ownership and resource sharing.
Traction (Testnet Launch):
- Wallet Accounts: 290000
- Twitter Followers:30000
- Discord Members: 19000
- Smart Contracts Deployed: 30000
- Developers Registered for MVP DevHub: 7500
Compensation & Growth Path
This is a part timeequity / token-based cofounder opportunity. You will receive equity in Launch Legends Autheo and the WFO Creator Network along with token allocations in the Autheo blockchain. We have already completed an initial financing round to support infrastructure and marketing and are currently in discussions with VCs and crypto investors to fund expansion and salaries. Salaried compensation is expected to begin within 4 to 5 months following ournode tokensales or funding.
ROLE
Role: Senior Backend Engineer
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Backend Engineer for a **part-time equity-based cofounder role** to join our elite platform engineering team at the forefront of blockchain infrastructure. At Autheo youll build a scalable backend platform orchestrating 1B TPS 200GB/s DePIN data flows and cross-chain integrations via GraphQL/gRPC APIs delivering sub-1ms responses 99.999% uptime and unbreakable encryption across Ethereum Solana Polkadot Cosmos and 20 ecosystems.
As a Senior Backend Engineer youll design server-side logic for WebAssembly (WASM) runtimes using Rust or Go powering privacy-preserving smart contracts secure DePIN compute tasks and sovereign dApp deployments. This role is critical to creating a platform surpassing Ethereums EVM and Solanas SVM by embedding cryptography homomorphic encryption and zero-knowledge proofs enabling encrypted computations at 0.4μs per operation. Youll collaborate with cryptographers blockchain experts AI/ML specialists and DePIN architects to drive our Layer 0/1 ecosystem for exabyte-scale data processing.
If youre passionate about distributed systems API design and building resilient backends for a part-time high-impact role join us to shape the sovereign computation layer for the next trillion-dollar decentralized economy.
Key Responsibilities:
The Senior Backend Engineer will:
Design Backend Services:
* Architect APIs/services for cryptographic operations with 0.4μs responses at 1B TPS.
* Implement DAG-based logic for topological workflow execution with zero overhead.
* Design secure data pipelines with homomorphic encryption for blockchain/DePIN data.
Secure Execution Layers:
* Develop zero-knowledge proof backends generating 1-5ms proofs for runtime integration.
* Implement differential privacy (ε0.5) for metadata protection in DePIN datasets.
* Build secure enclave services supporting 1TB memory for large-scale deployments.
Cross-Chain Integration:
* Create GraphQL/gRPC APIs for cross-chain operations with sub-50ms latency.
* Implement saga patterns for transaction consistency across heterogeneous blockchains.
* Design webhook systems for <50ms event delivery to 10M dApp endpoints.
AI-Driven Optimization:
* Build ML-driven load balancers optimizing 200GB/s DePIN flows with 95% accuracy.
* Develop predictive scaling forecasting transaction spikes 24 hours in advance.
* Integrate GenAI for automated API schema generation with zero developer effort.
Compliance & Governance:
* Embed GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA-compliant data routing with automated audit logging.
* Implement on-chain governance for $THEO token holders to vote on backend upgrades.
* Design zk-proof audit trails for SOC 2 Type II/HITRUST CSF certification.
Backend Reliability:
* Deploy to Kubernetes with 99.999% uptime using circuit breakers and retries.
* Implement OpenTelemetry tracing for 100% transaction paths with <15min MTTR.
* Build ML-powered monitoring for backend health and resource optimization.
Developer Ecosystem:
* Create SDKs (Rust/Go/JS) for single-command backend operations.
* Build self-service consoles for custom API deployment in <5 minutes.
* Design integration playgrounds with mock environments for rapid testing.
Leadership & Innovation:
* Collaborate with blockchain AI/ML and security teams for seamless API contracts.
* Lead backend architecture reviews for scalability and security.
* Mentor engineers and contribute to open-source Web3 backend components.
* Publish at WasmCon/Web3 Summit on backend innovations.
Qualifications:
Must Have:
* Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
* 4 years building high-throughput blockchain backend systems.
* Proven delivery of secure APIs for dApps/DeFi platforms.
* Expertise in Rust/Go and GraphQL/gRPC.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with zero-knowledge proofs or homomorphic encryption.
* Background in DeFi or healthcare-compliant backends.
* Open-source Web3 backend contributions.
Technical Skills:
* Expert in Rust/Go for concurrent backend services.
* Proficient in GraphQL/gRPC Kafka and distributed transactions.
* Skilled in WebAssembly Kubernetes and OpenTelemetry.
* Experienced with zk-proofs secure enclaves and compliance auditing.
Soft Skills:
* Strong optimization for microsecond performance.
* Skilled in scalable API design and developer tools.
* Leadership in backend architecture and Web3 innovation.
* Passion for open-source Web3 ecosystems.
Preferred:
* Masters in Distributed Systems with ICDCS/Middleware publications.
* Experience leading remote Web3 backend teams.
* Contributions to blockchain standards or patents in backend tech.
* Certifications in API design or blockchain development.
Deliverables (90 Days):
* Backend services with 0.4μs responses at 1B TPS.
* Homomorphic encryption integration at 25μs latency.
* zk-proof backend with 1-5ms proofs.
* Secure enclave backend for 1TB memory.
* SDKs for zero-config backend operations.
* Layer 2 rollup backend for 10K TPS.
* Open-source components driving 100 integrations.
* WasmCon 2026 presentation on backend leadership
About Our Organization
Autheo is a visionary technology company building a developer experience platform surpassing MetaMask and WalletConnect with GenAI-powered 60fps UIs for cross-chain dApp development. Our mission is to empower the next billion developers with intuitive frontend infrastructure for sovereign DeFi healthcare AI and IoT applications. Were developing Layer 0/1 blockchains with billions TPS secure virtual machines sovereign communications and AI-driven DePIN networks. Backed by elite UX leadership and a global team of frontend engineers designers and blockchain architects Autheo aims to disrupt the $100B Web3 tools market with accessible sovereign interfaces. Join us to craft experiences onboarding humanity to the decentralized future.
ðŸŒ ðŸš WHY JOIN LAUNCH LEGENDS
- Traction with Momentum: Autheo is already gaining significant traction in the blockchain space with rapid developer adoption platform growth and partnership interest.
- Cross-Industry Impact; Autheo is positioned to transform not only the Web3 ecosystembut also Web2 and the broader technology sectorby enabling real-world business adoption of decentralized infrastructure.
- Real Innovation Not Hype: Unlike many blockchain ventures Autheo is focused on substance over speculation. We are building real solutions: modular fullstack infrastructure enterprise-grade toolkits decentralized identity cloud compute and service orchestration.
- Backed by Elite Talent: Youll join a team composed of professionals from top-tier universities Fortune 500 companies and major blockchain platforms. Our team includes multiple PhDs and senior engineers who have launched and scaled world-class technologies.
If youre ready to redefine blockchain adoption empower global business integration and help shape the next generation of Web3 and developer ecosystems we invite you to take the next step.
Lets build the futuretogether.