Blockchain Engineer - Protocol Development

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Blockchain Engineer to join their core protocol development team in Glasgow . You will be at the forefront of building and enhancing the foundational layers of new blockchain networks, focusing on performance, security, and decentralization. This role is ideal for an engineer passionate about distributed systems and eager to tackle complex challenges in consensus mechanisms, network layers, and cryptographic primitives. Working in a collaborative environment in Glasgow , you will contribute to a project with the potential to disrupt traditional industries through innovative blockchain solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy core blockchain protocol components and features.
• Implement and optimize consensus algorithms and networking layers for scalability and security.
• Contribute to cryptographic research and implementation for enhanced security.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to define and implement protocol upgrades.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering, with a demonstrable focus on blockchain development or distributed systems.
• Proficiency in one or more systems programming languages like Go, Rust, or C++.
• Solid understanding of cryptography, distributed systems, and network protocols.
• Experience with peer-to-peer networks and consensus mechanisms.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for stock options.
• Hybrid working arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Support for attending blockchain conferences and workshops.
• Exciting opportunity to contribute to the foundational technology of the next generation of decentralized applications in Glasgow .