Remote Research Engineer - Eclipse

Blockchain Works; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blockchain Works is seeking a Research Engineer to lead research and development in decentralized networks and cryptography. Working with a team of experienced engineers, you will contribute to designing algorithms and optimizing blockchain infrastructure. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of scalable and secure blockchain technologies within a vibrant startup culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in crypto R&D with a track record in protocol design.
• Professional experience in Rust and understanding of decentralized systems.
• Bachelor's in CS or related, advanced degrees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on decentralized networks and cryptographic protocols.
• Design and develop protocols to enhance scalability and security.
• Implement features using Rust and document research findings.

Skills

Protocol design and implementation

Rust

Decentralized networks

Cryptography

Consensus mechanisms

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree or PhD in related field

Job description

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, thisResearch Engineerwill play a key role in conducting research, designing protocols, and implementing core infrastructure components that power our network.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in research and development in the crypto space, with a strong track record of contributions to protocol design and implementation
• Professional Rust experience
• Deep understanding of decentralized networks, consensus mechanisms, cryptographic primitives, and protocol-level concepts
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree or PhD with a focus on distributed systems, cryptography, or blockchain technology a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on various aspects of decentralized networks, consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and protocol design
• Design and architect novel protocols and algorithms to address scalability, security, and performance challenges in crypto
• Implement and optimize protocol-level features and infrastructure components using Rust
• Write technical whitepapers, research reports, and documentation to communicate research findings and protocol designs.

Join the Eclipse team!

Eclipse is building the fastest Ethereum Layer 2, powered by the Solana VM. Our general-purpose L2 combines the best of the modular stack without sacrificing UX or fragmenting liquidity. Our team is composed of former Citadel, dYdX, and Uniswap veterans, and we’re backed by top investors including Polychain, Tribe Capital, and DBA.

• Opportunity. We believe blockchains should be fast AND highly usable. You’ll do high-impact work to enhance Ethereum’s scalability, shaping the future of crypto
• Flexibility. We are remotely distributed with a beautiful office space in SF. We collaborate synchronously and asynchronously, across weekly all-hands meetings, Slack messaging, and quarterly in-person meetups
• Team. Our founding team has experience launching and scaling blue-chip projects such as dYdX, Uniswap, and Findora. We’re backed by leading funds and leaders including Polychain, Tribe, DBA, Mustafa Al-Bassam, Tarun Chitra, Meltem Demirors, and others
• Culture. As an early member of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to help shape our culture. We value intellectual honesty, bias towards action, and believe every member plays a key role in achieving our ambitious goals
• Compensation. You’ll receive a competitive salary + equity + benefits package.

Eclipse Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.