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Senior Rust Developer - Protocol Researcher (External)

New York / Chicago / London / Los Angeles
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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:

    • Research & Innovation: Research initiatives in blockchain systems, particularly in areas such as ZK-rollups, Layer 2 solutions, and bridge systems
    • Protocol Development: Design and implement blockchain protocols and experimental features using Rust
    • System Architecture: Architect and develop robust distributed systems with a focus on scalability and security
    • Documentation & Publication: Document research findings and contribute to technical papers and specifications

Key Requirements:

    • 3+ years of experience in systems programming using Rust, Go, or C++
    • Strong background in distributed systems and blockchain technology
    • Deep understanding of cryptographic primitives and their implementations
    • Proficiency in blockchain fundamentals including:
    • Consensus protocols (PoW, PoS, PBFT, Tendermint)
    • P2P networking and distributed systems
    • Blockchain security and cryptography
    • Experience with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other major blockchain platforms
    • Strong algorithmic problem-solving skills
    • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a research-oriented environment

Preferred Requirements:

    • Experience with Zero-Knowledge Proof systems and ZK-VM implementation
    • Contributions to open-source blockchain projects
    • Academic research experience or publications in relevant fields
    • Experience with Layer 2 scaling solutions (Rollups, State Channels)
    • Knowledge of advanced cryptographic protocols (SNARKs, STARKs)
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What is Zero-knowledge?

Zero-knowledge is a concept in cryptography that allows two parties to exchange information without revealing any additional information beyond what is necessary to prove a particular fact

In other words, zero-knowledge is a way of proving something without actually revealing any details about the proof

Here are some examples of zero-knowledge:

  1. Password authentication: When you enter your password to log into an online account, the server doesn't actually know your password. Instead, it checks to see if the hash of your password matches the stored hash in its database. This is a form of zero-knowledge because the server doesn't know your actual password, just the hash that proves you know the correct password.
  2. Sudoku puzzles: Suppose you want to prove to someone that you've solved a particularly difficult Sudoku puzzle. You could do this by providing them with the completed puzzle, but that would reveal how you solved it. Instead, you could use a zero-knowledge proof where you demonstrate that you know the solution without actually revealing the solution itself.
  3. Bitcoin transactions: In a Bitcoin transaction, you prove that you have ownership of a certain amount of Bitcoin without revealing your private key. This is done using a zero-knowledge proof called a Schnorr signature, which allows you to prove ownership of a specific transaction output without revealing the private key associated with that output.
  4. Secure messaging: In a secure messaging app, you can prove to your contacts that you have access to a shared secret without revealing the secret itself. This is done using a zero-knowledge proof, which allows you to prove that you have access to the secret without actually revealing what the secret is.