Senior Staff Protocol Engineer

At least 10+ years of experience in software engineering, and a background of research in scaling, parallelization, protocols, or distributed databases. A track record of proven leadership around successfully scaling an existing high throughput system. Some understanding of EVM and client software, such as geth or reth internals (deep understanding of either a huge plus). Familiarity with database internals and high performance database systems. Understanding of the Ethereum scaling roadmap, and onchain-forward knowledge more generally. Familiar with current trends and best practices in architecture including security, performance, and usability. Executive communication skills to work crossfunctionally and collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and product managers.

Lead research and development of new initiatives for improving and scaling Base’s throughput. Hack on both execution and consensus client internals to extend capacity and capabilities. Improve OP stack through efforts such as reducing the footprint of data that needs to be made L1-available. Helping with important external scaling efforts such as PeerDAS. Drive the technical direction, establish roadmaps, communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and the wider Ethereum ecosystem.