Cryptography Engineer (Research) - Remote

Overview

Join us at Irreducible as we accelerate the ZK revolution by supporting web3 networks with reliable and cost-efficient proof generation. We’re a high-performance cryptography startup (with an exciting hardware twist) looking for a talented Research Engineer.

In Short

• Work on Binius, a binary field proof system.
• Improve functionality, performance, and security of cryptography code.
• Implement new cryptographic protocols.
• Design and implement efficient algorithms.
• Collaborate with cryptographers and software engineers.
• Contribute to cryptography research publications.
• Work in a cross-functional team.
• Support relocation to Berlin.
• Engage in performance engineering challenges.
• Participate in a globally distributed team.

Requirements

• Significant professional software engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Rust.
• Understanding of software engineering best practices.
• Ability to read and understand cryptography research.
• Familiarity with zero-knowledge cryptography concepts.
• Experience implementing cryptographic protocols.
• Mathematical aptitude, especially in linear and abstract algebra.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a high-performance cryptography startup.
• Engagement with cutting-edge cryptographic research.
• Possibility of relocation support.
• Work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Collaboration with experts in hardware and software systems.