Protocol Research Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Protocol Research Engineer at Raiku, you'll dive deep into Solana's consensus mechanisms, validator dynamics, and block-building edge cases to help push the boundaries of what’s possible on-chain.

In Short

• Analyze Solana protocol changes and model their impact on consensus and incentives.
• Explore leader schedules and transaction scheduling policies.
• Design and prototype changes to Raiku's validator sidecar and execution environment.
• Simulate token-level economics and collaborate on reward structures.
• Write internal memos and public-facing research on protocol edge cases.
• Lead technical discussions and workshops across the team.
• Represent Raiku in governance and protocol forums.
• Deep understanding of Solana's architecture and consensus algorithm.
• Proficiency in systems programming (Rust or C++).
• Comfort reasoning about distributed systems and fee markets.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of Solana's architecture and validator mechanics.
• Proficiency in systems programming (Rust or C++).
• Experience with validator or node clients.
• Ability to write clear, technical research.
• Systems-level thinker who thrives in ambiguity.

Benefits

• Work with a world-class engineering team.
• Help define the next evolution of block production.
• Remote-first, async culture optimized for focus.
• Competitive salary + meaningful token upside.
• Home office and workstation setup stipend.