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Research Engineer

At Movement Labs, we are leading the way in blockchain technology with an open modular framework for building and deploying Move-based infrastructure, applications, and blockchains in any distributed environment. We are looking for a Senior Research Engineer to develop cutting-edge secure and scalable blockchain infrastructures.

You Will:

Contribute to the design, implementation and improvement of Movement Stack including shared/decentralised sequencer, staked rollup, fee mechanisms
Prototype and benchmark results and help the engineering team to implement the results and deploy in production and define roadmaps
Work with leading researchers and engineers to build secure, fast Web3 infrastructure and cutting edge technologies

You Have:

PhD in Computer Science Mathematics, or relevant field, and 7+ years of research experience or equivalent
Experience in taking research/engineering projects to production
Experience with distributed systems and/or blockchain systems, consensus protocols, broadcast protocols, formal modelling and verification, benchmarking and simulation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write code and build proof of concept

We offer a competitive salary, token award, and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team at the forefront of the web3 revolution. If you are a driven, community-focused professional with a passion for blockchain technology, we'd love to hear from you.

To be successful in our mission to create a thriving ecosystem around the Move language and Movement platform, it is essential to build a team enriched with diverse perspectives and experiences. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and cherish the diversity within our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and consider all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in line with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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What You Should Know About Research Engineer, Movement Labs

At Movement Labs, we're on an exciting journey to redefine blockchain technology through our open modular framework. We’re currently seeking a passionate Senior Research Engineer ready to shape the future of Move-based infrastructure, applications, and blockchains. In this role, you'll dive deep into the design, implementation, and enhancement of the Movement Stack. Imagine contributing to innovative projects like shared and decentralized sequencers, staked rollups, and novel fee mechanisms. Your prototyping skills will be invaluable as you benchmark results and collaborate closely with our engineering team to bring these discoveries into production. You’ll be at the cutting edge, working alongside leading researchers and engineers to construct secure, swift Web3 infrastructures and other groundbreaking technologies. To excel in this position, we’re looking for someone with a PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a relevant field, along with a rich background of 7+ years in research, or equivalent experience. If you have a passion for distributed and blockchain systems and are skilled in consensus protocols and formal verification, we’re eager to see how you can elevate our team. Movement Labs values diversity and is committed to an inclusive hiring process. Join us, and let's build an exceptional future together in the world of blockchain!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Research Engineer at Movement Labs?

As a Senior Research Engineer at Movement Labs, your primary responsibilities will include the design and implementation of the Movement Stack, developing secure blockchain infrastructure, and collaborating on advanced prototyping. You will engage in creating decentralized solutions and optimizing various blockchain mechanisms to ensure robust and scalable systems.