Zircuit is hiring a
Remote Applied Cryptographer
\nSummary\nAs an applied cryptographer, you’ll be pushing the boundaries of cryptographic knowledge along with the Zircuit core research team. You will work together with Zircuit’s elite and tight-knit team to tackle new theoretical problems using cryptography and apply existing cryptographic systems in innovative ways.\n\nZircuit’s cryptographic problems mainly revolve around zero knowledge proofs (zk-SNARK specifically). We do not expect mastery in all zero knowledge proof systems, but mastery in at least one is required. You should have a strong theoretical background and be comfortable reading and writing code.\n\nIf this sounds like you, then we highly encourage you to apply!\n\nExpertise\n\n* Mastery of at least one zk-SNARK/zk-STARK proof system\n\n* Ability to code and develop software. Experience in least one major programming language and familiarity with versioning software\n\n* Ability to read and interpret academic papers\n\n* Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and bridge the gap between theory and practice\n\n* Nice to have - familiarity with Circom for writing zero knowledge circuits\n\n* Nice to have - familiarity with existing designs of zero knowledge applications in blockchain\n\n\n\n\nCompensation & Perks\n\n* A competitive salary that matches your experience, plus performance bonuses and token grants\n\n* Work from anywhere, 100% remote, and flexible working hours\n\n* Generous paid time off, including maternity/paternity leave\n\n* Retirement/pension plan\n\n* Free gym membership, or any virtual alternative of your choice\n\n* Join all-expenses-paid retreats in exotic/exclusive locations with the team\n\n\n
\n\n#Benefits\n
💰 401(k)\n\n🌎 Distributed team\n\n⏰ Async\n\n🤓 Vision insurance\n\n🦷 Dental insurance\n\n🚑 Medical insurance\n\n🏖 Unlimited vacation\n\n🏖 Paid time off\n\n📆 4 day workweek\n\n💰 401k matching\n\n🏔 Company retreats\n\n🏬 Coworking budget\n\n📚 Learning budget\n\n💪 Free gym membership\n\n🧘 Mental wellness budget\n\n🖥 Home office budget\n\n🥧 Pay in crypto\n\n🥸 Pseudonymous\n\n💰 Profit sharing\n\n💰 Equity compensation\n\n⬜️ No whiteboard interview\n\n👀 No monitoring system\n\n🚫 No politics at work\n\n🎅 We hire old (and young)\n\n
\n\n#Location\nWorldwide
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