Ritual

About Ritual

Ritual is building the sovereign execution layer for AI, making artificial intelligence open, transparent, and censorship-resistant. Their private testnet is already live, running the first blockchain custom-built for AI-native operations. Ritual solves the critical problem of centralizing AI power, ensuring developers can integrate AI models both on-chain and off-chain via their Infernet product. They enable a new class of decentralized applications at the intersection of crypto and AI. Backed by $25 million in Series A funding, Ritual is pioneering the future of AI infrastructure for Web3 innovators.

How We Work

Ritual operates with a fully remote and/or hybrid work model, allowing you flexibility in where you contribute. You will join a passionate group of engineers, researchers, and operators. The environment is fast-paced, encouraging high-energy and dedicated individuals. Collaboration is key, with a focus on building and refining decentralized systems together.

Engineering at Ritual

Ritual is pushing the boundaries of blockchain and AI, tackling complex challenges in distributed systems. You'll work on extending EVM clients like Geth/Reth to support novel precompiles and parallel execution patterns. This involves designing systems for heterogeneous compute orchestration and optimizing transaction processing for diverse workloads. Engineers here solve problems related to state access conflicts and contribute to core protocol development, shaping the future of AI-native blockchains.

Why Join Us

• Build the next generation of AI infrastructure on a mission-driven team.
• Receive a highly competitive compensation package, including an optimized tax structure.
• Benefit from top-tier healthcare coverage (100% premiums paid) and aggressive 401k matching.
• Enjoy unlimited PTO with a 10-day minimum, parental leave, and flexible remote/hybrid work.
• Own significant responsibilities in a fast-paced environment at the forefront of AI and Web3.

Benefits & Perks

• Highly competitive compensation package including an annual discretionary bonus.
• Optimized tax structure compared to the vast majority of Web3 startups.
• 100% of premiums covered on highest quality healthcare.
• Aggressive company 401k match.
• Fully remote and/or hybrid work arrangements.
• Fully paid parental leave (20 weeks for all parents).
• Family planning support and a monthly childcare allowance.
• Unlimited PTO with a 10-day minimum, 11 paid holidays, a winter break, and volunteer days.
• Equity in the business for all employees.