Senior Cryptography Researcher - Remote

Overview

This role is for a Senior Cryptography Researcher with strong expertise in permissionless blockchain consensus protocols and distributed systems, focusing on designing a permissionless sharding protocol.

In Short

• Collaborate with the Subspace Foundation on open research.
• Design a permissionless sharding protocol.
• Extend the Proof-of-Archival-Storage (PoAS) consensus protocol.
• Work on maintaining permissionless properties with shared security.
• Flexible work structure with milestones.
• Full-time contract preferred, part-time considered.
• Focus on blockchain consensus protocols.
• Research role with open-ended objectives.
• Contribute to the development of Autonomys Network.
• Strong expertise in cryptography required.

Requirements

• Expertise in cryptography and blockchain technology.
• Experience with distributed systems.
• Knowledge of permissionless consensus protocols.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in research and development.
• Familiarity with sharding protocols.
• Commitment to project milestones.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research.
• Flexible work hours.
• Collaborative environment with experts.
• Potential for part-time work arrangements.
• Contribute to innovative blockchain solutions.
• Engagement in a meaningful research project.
• Support from the Subspace Foundation.
• Work on a project with clear milestones.
• Access to a network of professionals in the field.
• Opportunity for professional growth.