Solana Labs
Solana Labs is the development company behind the Solana blockchain, a high-performance, permissionless network designed for decentralized applications, DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 infrastructure. Founded in 2018 by Anatoly Yakovenko and Raj Gokal, the company builds core technology for the Solana ecosystem, including the Solana Mainnet client, the Solana Mobile Stack (SMS) and the Saga smartphone, and supporting developer tools. As a key player in the crypto and Web3 space, Solana Labs operates globally with a distributed team, backed by top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Polychain Capital.
In Spain, Solana Labs is establishing a growing presence, with open roles in Madrid and Barcelona for product marketing and senior backend engineering. The company's culture is highly technical, innovation-driven, and remote-friendly, attracting international talent in blockchain, DeFi, and mobile development. For international professionals, Solana Labs offers the opportunity to work on frontier blockchain technology, collaborate with a global community, and contribute to the Solana ecosystem's expansion in Southern Europe. With a competitive salary in crypto and a mission to bring blockchain to mainstream adoption, Solana Labs is an attractive destination for experienced engineers seeking remote flexibility and meaningful impact.
Company History
Solana Labs was founded in 2020 by Anatoly Yakovenko and Sam Gokal. The company raised $314 million in a private token sale led by Andreessen Horowitz in 2021 to accelerate the Solana network's growth and ecosystem. Since then, Solana Labs has launched the Solana Mobile Stack and the Saga phone, expanding its scope beyond the chain itself.
For International Professionals
- Solana Labs offers a flexible remote work policy, so international hires can work from Spain or elsewhere in Europe.
- The company is a global player in Web3, so you'll collaborate with teams across time zones, especially with colleagues in the US, Belgium, and India.
- For backend engineers, the Solana Mobile role involves building on the Solana Mobile Stack, a unique opportunity in the web3 mobile space.
- Salaries are competitive and you might be able to get a part of compensation in SOL crypto tokens.
- Spain's Golden Visa for remote workers (if you earn above a threshold) can be an option, but Solana Labs doesn't offer visa sponsorship typically.