Technical Researcher/Developer

Nickel5, Inc.; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Technical Researcher/Developer to explore emerging technologies related to permissioned ledgers and microtransaction systems. This role offers the chance to dive deep into market potential, develop technical recommendations, and contribute to the architecture of a new product. With a flexible hybrid work schedule and a clear pathway to leadership, this position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team where your insights and contributions will shape the future of technology!

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Equity/bonus incentives

Pathway to leadership position

Qualifications

• Experience in early-stage startups or research-driven environments.
• Comfortable transitioning from research to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on permissioned ledger and blockchain-based systems.
• Evaluate and prototype technologies for microtransactions.

Skills

Knowledge of permissioned ledger technologies

Familiarity with microtransaction architectures

Strong problem-solving skills

Interest in leading technical initiatives

Ability to assess technical tradeoffs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Hyperledger

Tendermint

Corda

Job description

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This range is provided by Nickel5, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from Nickel5, Inc.

Director of Business Operations at Nickel5

We’re seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled individual to join our team as aTechnical Researcher/Developer. In this role, you’ll explore past, present, and emerging technologies related to permissioned ledgers and microtransaction systems, deep dive the market's potential, and buildout early-stage architecture for a new product.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on permissioned ledger and blockchain-based systems
• Evaluate and prototype technologies for microtransactions and trust-based systems
• Develop technical recommendations and architecture proposals
• Contribute to or lead technical planning and roadmap development
• Support recruitment of additional technical talent as needed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of permissioned ledger technologies (e.g., Hyperledger, Tendermint, Corda, etc.)
• Familiarity with microtransaction architectures or financial protocols
• Strong problem-solving and research skills
• Interest in leading technical initiatives and growing with the company
• Experience working in early-stage startups or research-driven environments
• Comfortable transitioning from research to implementation
• Ability to independently assess technical tradeoffs and build working prototypes
• (BONUS) Experience designing and/or building blockchain or distributed systems

Compensation

• Competitive salary and benefits, with equity/bonus incentives. To be discussed at interview
• Fulltime W2 or 1099 position (your choice). To be discussed at interview
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule
• Clear pathway to a leadership position as the team and product scale
• Significant ownership over the technical direction and architecture

Apply

• To be considered for this role, submit your resume and a brief note of interest [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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