Blockchain Researcher

**Job Information**:
Salary

**5000***

Industry

**Technology***

Date Opened

**11/06/2024***

Job Type

**Full time***

State/Province

**singapore***

City

**Raffles Link***

Zip/Postal Code

**039393***

Country

**Singapore***

Key Responsibilities:

- Design, test, and implement new blockchain protocols and consensus mechanisms to enhance scalability, security, and efficiency.
- Study cryptographic methods used in blockchain and ensure data integrity, privacy, and security across networks.
- Explore and develop Layer 2 solutions (such as rollups or sidechains) and sharding methods to enhance blockchain scalability.
- Monitor industry trends, create detailed research reports, and present findings to stakeholders.
- Work with software engineers and data scientists to translate research into viable technical solutions and consult on project implementations.
- Document research outcomes and, where relevant, publish papers or blog posts to contribute to open-source communities.

**Requirements**:
Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science in Blockchain, Cryptography, Mathematics, or a related field. Ph.D. preferred for senior research roles.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Rust, Solidity, or Go.
- Strong understanding of distributed ledger technology, blockchain consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
- Prior experience in blockchain development or research (e.g., on Ethereum, Polkadot, Hyperledger)
- Experience with tools like Ethereum’s Web3, Hardhat, Truffle, and various blockchain test environments.
- Ability to approach complex issues logically and innovatively, with a strong focus on security and reliability.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices in the context of blockchain.
- Familiarity with tokenomics, decentralized finance (DeFi), and the broader Web3 ecosystem.
- Publication record in reputable blockchain conferences and journals.