Líder Técnico Blockchain - Desarrollo de Protocolos

Placements24; Chihuahua; Hybride; MXN 1 200 000 - 1 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Equity options

Health insurance

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an experienced Líder Técnico Blockchain in Ciudad Juárez to design, implement, and guide blockchain protocols and core infrastructure. You will lead engineers through conceptualization to deployment, balancing performance, security, and scalability while advancing research and open-source collaboration.

The role emphasizes architectural vision, mentorship of a high-performance team, and ongoing collaboration with research groups. Hybrid work model available in Mexico.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cryptography, or related field.
• 7+ years of software development with focus on blockchain protocol design and implementation.
• Proven track record leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
• Deep understanding of PoW, PoS, and BFT consensus mechanisms and trade-offs.
• Expertise in cryptography, network protocols, and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience optimizing performance and hardening security of distributed systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and architectural design skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to articulate technical vision.
• Contributions to open-source blockchain projects are valued.

Responsabilités

• Lead design and architecture of blockchain protocols and core infrastructure.
• Mentor and manage a blockchain engineering team.
• Oversee development, testing, and deployment of nodes, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic primitives.
• Define technical roadmaps and architectural standards for protocol development.
• Collaborate with research teams on cutting-edge cryptography and distributed systems.
• Ensure security, scalability, efficiency, and resilience of the network.
• Conduct code reviews, performance analyses, and security audits.

Connaissances

Go

Rust

C++

Distributed systems

Leadership

Formation

Master's or PhD in CS/Related field

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a highly innovative research and development firm operating at the bleeding edge of blockchain technology, is seeking an experienced and visionary Líder Técnico Blockchain . This critical role, based in Ciudad Juárez , will focus on the design, development, and implementation of novel blockchain protocols and core infrastructure. You will lead a team of talented engineers, guiding them through the entire development lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment and maintenance. The ideal candidate possesses a deep theoretical understanding of distributed ledger technologies, consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and performance optimization. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future architecture of blockchain systems and contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of decentralization and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of new blockchain protocols and core infrastructure components.
• Mentor and manage a team of blockchain developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee the development, testing, and deployment of blockchain nodes, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic primitives.
• Define technical roadmaps, architectural standards, and best practices for protocol development.
• Collaborate with research teams to explore and integrate cutting-edge advancements in cryptography and distributed systems.
• Ensure the security, scalability, efficiency, and resilience of the blockchain network.
• Conduct code reviews, performance analysis, and security audits for core protocol components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues at the protocol level.
• Contribute to technical documentation and whitepapers.
• Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging trends in blockchain protocol development.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cryptography, or a related field with a strong research background.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in software development, with a significant focus on blockchain protocol design and implementation.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects.
• Deep understanding of various consensus algorithms (e.g., PoW, PoS, BFT) and their trade-offs.
• Expertise in cryptography, network protocols, and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in systems programming languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with performance optimization and security hardening of distributed systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and architectural design skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical vision.
• Contributions to open-source blockchain projects are highly valued.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, significant bonus potential, and generous equity options.
• We provide comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, along with retirement savings plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attending top-tier conferences and pursuing advanced research, are abundant.
• The Ciudad Juárez office provides a cutting-edge research environment with access to advanced computing resources.
• This role offers a hybrid work model, balancing on-site collaboration with personal flexibility.