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 [2][3]. Ideal candidates should have a strong fundamental understanding of the core Bitcoin protocol, proposed updates to augment smart contracting functionality, and also widespread application standards such as PSBTs. In addition, and ideal candidate should have a strong passion for Bitcoin and a desire to make using Bitcoin cheap, fast, and simple for everyone. Roles: - 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 Check out our Github repos at https://github.com/lightninglabs/taproot-assets [1] https://github.com/lightninglabs/taproot-assets [2] https://github.com/Roasbeef/bips/blob/bip-tap/bip-tap.mediawiki [3] https://lightning.engineering/posts/2023-10-18-taproot-assets-v0.3/
About Lightning Labs
Lightning Labs is building the next generation of decentralized, resilient financial infrastructure. We believe systems based on cryptography, blockchains, and smart contracts will enhance financial cooperation around the world in unprecedented ways at scales both large and small.
At Lightning Labs, we develop software that powers the Lightning Network. Our open source, secure, and scalable Lightning systems enable users to send and receive money more efficiently than ever before. We also offer a series of verifiable, non-custodial Lightning-based financial services. We bridge the world of open source software and the next generation of Bitcoin financial software.
We have developed Lightning Network Daemon (LND), the most advanced and most developer-friendly implementation of the Lightning Network protocol. Along with Neutrino, an open platform that enables users with mobile devices to conduct blockchain and Lightning Network transactions quickly and easily.
We’re hiring. See our open positions: http://lightning.engineering/careers.html. Get involved: http://dev.lightning.community/.
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Funding
Total raised
$82.5M
Last stage
Series B
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