Lead Developer

Introduction

Podtech Data Centers Inc., the employing entity, is a proud member of the IREN Group and we are currently looking to hire!

IREN is a leading next-generation data center business powering the future with 100% renewable energy. We build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

We have grown substantially since 2019, from our inception in Australia to now having several facilities across North America and being listed on NASDAQ… and we are just getting started! By joining us, you will be contributing to the future of sustainable high-performance compute and the local communities we strive to have a positive impact on.

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

Apply today to be considered for an exciting opportunity with us.

Responsibilities

• Analyse, code, test, implement, and update existing or new software and applications to find solutions to the current company’s technology needs
• Design and develop scalable solutions using AI tools and machine-learning models
• Mentor other peer engineers with workflow and complex software solution buildings with your skills and experience
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and help translate these into technical requirements for the development team
• Work with and lead the development team to transform research into AI capabilities
• Writing testable, scalable, and efficient code and leading code reviews
• Planning and documenting technical specifications for features or system design
• Collaborating with other teams to ensure smooth operations and communicating with stakeholders to keep them informed of progress and any issues that arise
• Ensuring that the team is up-to-date with the latest technologies and tools, and providing opportunities for training and development

External – stakeholder management

• Lead the IT Development function, including IT design process and peer review with IREN Partners
• Conduit and interface with various federal, state, and local authorities regarding IT Development technical compliance
• Manage various external relationships with regulatory authorities, agencies, and third-party providers

Internal – strategy and operational execution

• Lead the IT development function across all phases, including design, build, integration, operation and maintenance to ensure technical compliance in the jurisdictions IREN is operating in and maximizing uptime
• Technical lead for planning and building integrations and metric collections, maintaining roadmaps for devops and monitoring all environments and creating KPI’s for stakeholders
• Mitigate technical risk and ensure compliance with codes, permitting and licensing requirements, particularly when scaling an organization across multiple sites, countries and operating jurisdictions
• Develop data-driven, growth oriented and ‘fit for purpose’ programs for implementing new or updating existing IT tools, policies, process, and practices
• Develop and present strategic insights, plans and initiatives, and ongoing reporting on IT matters to the Executive Leadership team and Board
• Input, as required, into relevant documents including investor presentations, monthly and quarterly reports, and website / SharePoint content

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Competencies include:

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a Linux-based environment, with a strong background in leading development teams and working with cryptocurrency mining hardware. Additional experience required includes:
• Demonstrated experience in leading, scaling and mentoring development teams
• In-depth understanding of Bitmain S19 Antminer hardware architecture and components
• Proven experience with theoretical/ mathmatical models in the ML/AI/LLM space
• Knowledge of power management, thermal management, and performance optimization techniques specific to S19 Antminer machines
• Familiarity with InfluxDB, Telegraf, Grafana, and other data visualization tools
• Understanding of IP networking, VPNs, DNS, load balancing, and firewalling
• Proficient with monitoring/data collection tools, configuration management, and automation tools, such as Ansible or Puppet
• Linux experience, with a focus on kernel-level programming and embedded systems
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computing Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent schooling combined with experience will be considered
• Working knowledge of Source Code Management, Continuous Integration/Delivery solutions (GitLab, Jenkins, or other)
• Agile project management skills (sprints, standups, Kanban, Scrum)
• Expertise in Python, Rust, and C/C++ programming languages
• Knowledge of hardware architectures, such as ASIC, FPGA, and GPU
• Familiarity with common mining software, such as CGMiner, BFGMiner, or EasyMiner
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization for ASIC-based mining hardware
• Understanding of the Bitcoin mining ecosystem, including mining pools, stratum protocols, and pool APIs

The IREN Package:

• Salary from: $175,000 (increases depending on experience)
• Short-term and Long-term Incentive Programs
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Casual work attire
• Vancouver: onsite gym
• Relocation assistance (if necessary)
• Pay: From $175,000.00 per year

Podtech Data Centers Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.

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