LLM-Driven Blockchain Security Intern

CertiK; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CertiK is seeking a Blockchain Security Expert intern to design and implement an LLM-driven AI agent that analyzes smart contracts for vulnerabilities and improves security auditing tools.

You will work with the security team on translating cutting-edge research into practical, scalable solutions while exploring new trends in LLMs and AI agent architectures within a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• PhD candidate or recent PhD in AI, CS, or related field with ML/NLP/cybersecurity focus.
• Deep understanding of LLM architectures (transformers) and hands-on training or fine-tuning.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with DL frameworks (PyTorch or TensorFlow).
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and smart contracts is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement an LLM-based AI agent for security audit tools.
• Experiment with AI techniques to enhance threat detection and risk assessment in blockchain environments.
• Transform research on AI agents into scalable security auditing solutions.
• Research emerging trends in LLMs and AI agent architectures; propose improvements.

Skills

LLM architectures

Python

DL frameworks

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

PhD in AI/CS or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

CertiK is seeking a Blockchain Security Expert intern to design and implement an LLM-driven AI agent that analyzes smart contracts for vulnerabilities and improves security auditing tools.

You will work with the security team on translating cutting-edge research into practical, scalable solutions while exploring new trends in LLMs and AI agent architectures within a fast-paced startup environment.