Cryptography Researcher

Research
**Globally Remote**
23 May 2023
Full Time
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Job Description

Scroll is a zkEVM-based zkRollup on Ethereum that enables native compatibility for existing Ethereum applications and tools.

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Survey existing zkEVM, zkVM, and various ZKP protocols through code and papers.
  • Propose new design and optimizations for zkEVM.
  • Improve our current protocol using advanced crypto constructions such as new ZKP schemes.
  • Keep the engineering team up to date with the latest in ZKP research and make sure they are aligned with research-driven designs.
  • Establish collaborations with universities and external researchers to solve open problems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Fluency in Rust, C++, or similar languages. They work primarily in Rust, but prior experience is not mandatory.
  • Strong background in math, cryptography, or computer science. Most of the crypto team holds a PhD in cryptography, math or physics, but a formal academic degree is not a strict requirement.
  • Ability to read and write academic papers.
  • Ability to present and explain cutting-edge crypto research to engineers
  • Ability to pick up new things beyond cryptography (i.e. details of EVM).
  • Experience in blockchain infrastructure development or cryptography preferred.