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Senior Protocol Researcher (External)

remote,New York

Description

Our client is the first Bitcoin security-equivalent Layer2 solution based on BitVM approach. Their core objective is to address the trade-off between security and Turing completeness in Bitcoin Layer2s through cryptographic innovations and blockchain protocol engineering. This is intended to ultimately foster a prosperous Bitcoin ecosystem.

Operating in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, providing secure infrastructure for the creation and management of decentralized digital assets. They specialize in developing solutions for transactions and asset management that prioritize privacy and security. By integrating advanced cryptographic protocols, the platform allows users to issue, transfer, and track digital assets, such as tokens or digital currencies, with a focus on scalability and efficiency. Additionally, they offer services that enable users to automate complex financial operations and manage assets across multiple blockchains seamlessly.

Our client is the first Bitcoin security-equivalent Layer2 solution based on BitVM approach. Their core objective is to address the trade-off between security and Turing completeness in Bitcoin Layer2s through cryptographic innovations and blockchain protocol engineering. This is intended to ultimately foster a prosperous Bitcoin ecosystem.

Operating in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, providing secure infrastructure for the creation and management of decentralized digital assets. They specialize in developing solutions for transactions and asset management that prioritize privacy and security. By integrating advanced cryptographic protocols, the platform allows users to issue, transfer, and track digital assets, such as tokens or digital currencies, with a focus on scalability and efficiency. Additionally, they offer services that enable users to automate complex financial operations and manage assets across multiple blockchains seamlessly.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct cutting-edge blockchain research based on industry pain points.
  • Write high-quality research reports and papers.
  • Produce high-quality technical white papers.
  • Develop highly feasible system design proposals.
  • Contribute code to open-source projects in the field.
  • Build technical community influence for the project.

  • Key Requirements:

  • Deep understanding of the operating principles of mainstream blockchain systems (BTC/ETH/SOL, etc.).
  • Practical experience in the field of blockchain infrastructure (L1/L2/ZK, etc.).
  • Experience with ZKVM/ZKEVM/ZK acceleration is preferred.
  • Familiarity with BitVM principles and implementation is preferred.
  • Background in cryptography and algorithm implementation is preferred.
  • Experience in designing or implementing well-known blockchain infrastructure projects is preferred.
  • Proficiency in bitcoin script/taproot script is preferred.
  • Expertise in implementing fraud proof protocols is preferred.
  • Familiarity with the development of cross-chain bridges and the details of payment channels is preferred.
  • A Ph.D. in a related field is preferred.

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