Applied Cryptographer

Promote Project; India; Remote; INR 6,75,000 - 9,00,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits for an applied cryptographer to join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing cryptographic knowledge. This role involves collaborating with elite researchers to solve complex theoretical problems while applying cutting-edge cryptographic systems, particularly in zero knowledge proofs. The position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the world while enjoying generous paid time off and performance bonuses. If you have a strong theoretical background and a passion for cryptography, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Token grants

Flexible working hours

Generous paid time off

Retirement/pension plan

Free gym membership

All-expenses-paid retreats

Qualifications

• Mastery of at least one zk-SNARK/zk-STARK proof system is required.
• Strong coding skills and ability to interpret academic papers.

Responsibilities

• Push the boundaries of cryptographic knowledge with the research team.
• Tackle theoretical problems and apply cryptographic systems innovatively.

Skills

zk-SNARK proof systems

Software Development

Reading Academic Papers

Effective Communication

Circom

Blockchain Applications

Tools

Versioning Software

Job description

Applied Cryptographer

Location

Worldwide

Description

Summary

As an applied cryptographer, you’ll be pushing the boundaries of cryptographic knowledge along with the Zircuit core research team. You will work together with Zircuit’s elite and tight-knit team to tackle new theoretical problems using cryptography and apply existing cryptographic systems in innovative ways.

Zircuit’s cryptographic problems mainly revolve around zero knowledge proofs (zk-SNARK specifically). We do not expect mastery in all zero knowledge proof systems, but mastery in at least one is required. You should have a strong theoretical background and be comfortable reading and writing code.

If this sounds like you, then we highly encourage you to apply!

Expertise

• Mastery of at least one zk-SNARK/zk-STARK proof system
• Ability to code and develop software. Experience in at least one major programming language and familiarity with versioning software
• Ability to read and interpret academic papers
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and bridge the gap between theory and practice
• Nice to have - familiarity with Circom for writing zero knowledge circuits
• Nice to have - familiarity with existing designs of zero knowledge applications in blockchain

Compensation & Perks

• A competitive salary that matches your experience, plus performance bonuses and token grants
• Work from anywhere, 100% remote, and flexible working hours
• Generous paid time off, including maternity/paternity leave
• Retirement/pension plan
• Free gym membership, or any virtual alternative of your choice
• Join all-expenses-paid retreats in exotic/exclusive locations with the team

Job type:

Remote job

Tags

• code