Distributed Systems Engineer Intern (Hybrid Network Development – SmartChain)
Distributed Systems Engineer Intern (Hybrid Network Development – SmartChain)
To apply: You MUST apply through Handshake AND send your resume to asnee@shoptaki.com
📧 Please read the entire post before applying.
📢 Important: This is an unpaid internship with potential for full-time employment and equity after successful investment.
Are you passionate about distributed systems, protocols, and building innovative technology? Join Shoptaki, a startup creating SmartChain, a revolutionary hybrid decentralized/centralized network powered by collaborative AI. SmartChain takes distributed networks to the next level, overcoming blockchain's limitations by utilizing data packets instead of blocks. This technology offers a wide range of applications, including decentralized identity, KYC automation, quantum encryption, and predictive analytics.
If you're someone who loves solving complex network problems, working on large-scale systems, and building future-proof protocols, this is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make an impact.
What You’ll Do
- Help design and develop a hybrid decentralized/centralized distributed system.
- Create and optimize communication protocols to improve security and performance.
- Implement AI-driven automation for processes like load balancing and network routing.
- Improve system monitoring, performance optimization, and automated deployments.
- Contribute to system maintenance, vulnerability assessment, and fixes.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in C++ (preferred) and/or Python
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, P2P networks, and hybrid network models
- Knowledge of protocol design and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, TLS/SSL)
- Familiarity with network topologies, the OSI model, and Unix network programming
- Experience or interest in multithreading and systems-level programming
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containers like Docker and Kubernetes
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with network libraries (e.g., OpenSSL)
- Knowledge of software-defined networks (SDN)
- Exposure to distributed AI solutions and automation
What We’re Looking For
- Creative problem-solvers who think beyond conventional solutions
- Individuals with strong collaboration skills and a desire to learn
- Passion for building technology that can create real-world impact
- Reliability, adaptability, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in building large-scale distributed systems
- Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI and network automation projects
- Close collaboration with the startup’s founders and lead engineers
- The chance to be part of something big and disruptive
- Potential full-time employment and equity after funding
🚀 If this sounds like an exciting challenge, send your resume and a short statement explaining your interest to asnee@shoptaki.com. We also welcome additional documents to showcase your skills. We can’t wait to hear from you! want to make an impact on this world.