Chat Protocol Research Lead

As the Chat Protocol Research Lead at Logos, your responsibilities include researching current chat protocols, designing new application protocols using Waku, and ensuring they are scalable and privacy-preserving. You'll document technical specifications, build proof-of-concepts, and collaborate with various teams to align new features with user needs.

Ideal qualifications for a Chat Protocol Research Lead at Logos include a strong academic background in applied research, excellent verbal and written communication skills, experience with networking stacks like libp2p, familiarity with encryption mechanisms, and knowledge of programming in languages such as C, C++, Go, or Rust.

The expected compensation for the Chat Protocol Research Lead position at Logos ranges from $120,000 to $150,000, which is negotiable based on your skills and experience. Compensation can be offered in a mix of fiat and cryptocurrency, aligning with the innovative nature of the company.

The hiring process for the Chat Protocol Research Lead at Logos involves several stages, including an interview with the People Ops team, followed by interviews with the Waku Research Lead and team leads, as well as a pair programming task. The steps may be adjusted based on the needs and evaluations during the process.

Logos promotes a collaborative remote work environment for the Chat Protocol Research Lead role by encouraging asynchronous communication and fostering connections with team members across the globe. You'll collaborate with researchers, engineers, and leadership while being supported by an inclusive and open-source culture.

When asked about your experience with P2P technologies, provide specific examples of past projects where you designed protocols. Highlight your understanding of the requirements, trade-offs, and how you ensured security and scalability in your designs.

In answering this question, emphasize the importance of a privacy-first approach. Discuss specific mechanisms you’ve used to protect user data, such as encryption methods or threat models you've assessed in your previous work.

When discussing collaboration, share your strategies for fostering teamwork and communication. Mention tools you’ve used for collaboration and examples of successful projects where interdisciplinary teamwork was crucial.

Address this question by detailing your experience with low-level programming languages, providing examples of projects where you utilized them. Specify how this experience contributes to your understanding of protocol design and system performance.

When discussing encryption mechanisms, share your knowledge of various protocols such as OTR or X3DH. Provide insights into when and why you would use specific mechanisms to enhance security in messaging applications.

In response, share specific examples of proof-of-concept applications you've built. Discuss the challenges you faced and the lessons learned, emphasizing how these experiences influenced your future work in protocol design.

Explain your prioritization strategy, including time management techniques and tools you use to stay organized. Showcase your ability to balance competing deadlines while delivering quality work.

Share your passion for decentralized technologies by discussing personal experiences or industry trends that inspire you. This is an opportunity to show your alignment with Logos’ mission and how it fuels your commitment to this field.

Describe your experiences in open-source projects, including your contributions and collaboration efforts. Emphasize your ability to engage with communities and how it shaped your understanding of shared development practices.

Identify potential challenges in developing new protocols such as scalability and compatibility. Discuss proactive strategies you would implement to mitigate these challenges, showcasing your ability to think critically and strategically.