Drive Architect

Proton AG; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company in London seeks a Drive Architect to lead the design and development of core libraries for Proton Drive applications. This role requires expertise in Rust and focuses on cross-platform compatibility. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in software development and strong collaborative skills. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Stock Options

Flexible Working Hours

Health Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, focused on Rust.
• Strong expertise in Rust language features, concurrency, and ownership models.
• Experience in developing libraries for web, mobile, or desktop applications.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop core libraries for Proton Drive applications.
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility and optimal performance.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback.
• Work with various developers to integrate libraries.
• Develop testing strategies for core libraries.
• Maintain thorough documentation.

Skills

Rust proficiency

Software development

Collaborative skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

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Drive Foundation

Drive Foundation is the backbone of Proton Drive. We ensure that cross-client initiatives are executed consistently and efficiently. Whether it’s aligning multiple clients, maintaining documentation or the RFC process, or building robust SDKs, our team lays the groundwork that makes the entire Drive experience work seamlessly.

We’re currently focused on developing SDKs that encapsulate the core functionality of Proton Drive. The SDK comes with two implementations, one in C# for desktop and mobile clients and second in TypeScript for web client. Our SDKs primarily serve internal clients today, but our long-term vision includes integrating them across the Proton ecosystem—and even enabling third-party applications to interface with Drive.

As a Drive Foundation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the foundational components that power Proton Drive applications. You will work collaboratively with Drive teams, including backend, web, mobile, or desktop developers, to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance across various client applications.

What you will do

• Architect and develop core libraries: Lead the design and development of core C#/TypeScript/Rust libraries that serve as the backbone for Proton Drive's applications.
• Cross-platform compatibility: Ensure compatibility and optimal performance across various platforms.
• Code review and optimization: Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality, maintainability, and performance optimization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with backend, frontend, mobile and desktop developers to integrate core libraries seamlessly into Proton Drive's applications.
• Testing: Develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests and integration tests, to ensure the reliability of core libraries.
• Documentation: Create and maintain thorough documentation for core libraries to assist other developers in understanding and utilizing the components.

Job requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a focus on the Rust programming language.
• Rust proficiency: Strong expertise in Rust language features, concurrency, and ownership models.
• Web, mobile, and/or desktop development: Experience in developing libraries for client applications.
• Collaborative skills: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently.

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, but feel you could still be a great fit, please still apply.

What We Offer

• Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, with offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. You can also work from home up to 30% of the time, with three core days in the office. Fully remote positions may also be available depending on the role.
• Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided at Proton offices.
• Transport: Subsidized transport costs through public transport, bike allowances, or parking based on location.
• Stock Options: Stock options are part of joining Proton.
• Flexible Working: Define your own working hours as long as they align with team meetings.
• Learning and Development: Professional growth opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events.
• Employee Benefits: Health insurance plans, retirement savings options, vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.
• Work that Matters: Proton is community-first, sustained by user subscriptions and a focus on impact. Read more about our impact here.

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Software Development

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