Senior Protocol Engineer - Remote

Posted 20 weeks ago

Software Development

Full Time

Worldwide

Overview

At Matter Labs, we believe freedom drives progress and prosperity. We’re building zkSync — a credibly neutral, fully open source technology stack and network on top of Ethereum, which is owned and governed by its community.

In Short

Join the team responsible for the design and implementation of the zkSync smart contract platform.
Develop at L1 and L2, including system contracts and server side changes.
Shape the future of the protocol through research, design, prototyping, and engineering.
Conduct independent research and potentially lead a team.

Requirements

Excellent understanding of Ethereum and the EVM.
Experience with Solidity or Vyper.
Fluency in strongly typed languages like C++, Scala, or Go.
Deep understanding of software engineering best practices.
Knowledge of Merkle Trees.
Experience in cryptography/high-load/protocols design is a plus.
Fluent written and spoken English.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Equity and token package.
100% coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance.
16 weeks of parental leave.
Flexible paid time off.
$2000 USD work equipment stipend.
$300 USD monthly co-working allowance.
$500 USD learning & development stipend.

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Matter Labs

Matter Labs is a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to advancing personal freedom through innovative blockchain solutions. The team is focused on building zkSync, an open-source technology stack and network on Ethereum that leverages zero-knowledge proofs to enhance scalability without sacrificing security or decentralization. With a strong community of over 1 million supporters and significant funding, Matter Labs is committed to creating a decentralized future. The company fosters a remote-first work culture that emphasizes freedom, ownership, and diversity, allowing team members to work flexibly while contributing to the mission of real-world blockchain adoption.

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