Assets Protocol Engineer (Remote)

About the role

We're looking for an experienced systems software engineer versed in applied cryptography, peer-to-peer networks, distributed systems, open source software, and cryptocurrency protocols such as Bitcoin. This role centers around design, implementation, and evolution of the Taproot Assets Protocol (GitHub, BIP draft, blog post). Ideal candidates should have a strong fundamental understanding of the core Bitcoin protocol, proposed updates to augment smart contracting functionality, and widespread application standards such as PSBTs. In addition, an ideal candidate should have a strong passion for Bitcoin and a desire to make using Bitcoin cheap, fast, and simple for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core Taproot Assets Protocol (TAP) features and algorithms
• Contribute to mission critical peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons written in Go
• Collaborate with the greater team on the research and design of future iterations of the Taproot Assets Protocol
• Participate in issue triage and code review of open source contributions to our various repos
• Communicate with the wider community and industry about our software and technology

Skills

• Strong engineering background with solid programming skills
• Experience in Go desired, C or C++ relevant as well
• Thorough understanding of the principles of distributed systems and peer-to-peer networking
• Solid engineering practices and processes, such as testing methodology and documentation
• Experience with Bitcoin, cryptography, and/or financial software
• Prior contributions to crypto protocols and open source software collaboration preferred
• Quick learner, geared towards implementation
• Eager to develop new skills and willing to take ownership of projects