8+ years of software development experience 5+ years of blockchain architecture and engineering experience Proven experience in designing and architecting Layer 1 and Layer 2 protocols Mastery of programming in Golang, Rust, and/or C++ for low-level protocol development In-depth understanding of blockchain fundamentals Strong knowledge of cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure protocol design Extensive experience with EVM-compatible blockchains, including writing, auditing, and deploying smart contracts Extensive hands-on experience of non-EVM chains such as Solana and Cosmos Hands-on experience with decentralized storage (IPFS), oracle services, and cross-chain bridges Expertise in algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, and back-end development Strong exposure to AI/ML frameworks, deep learning, or large language models (LLMs) and their integration with blockchain execution environments Familiarity with Node.js and Python for building supporting services Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes) Demonstrated ability to design for scalability and performance in production-grade blockchain environments Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline Visionary mindset to drive innovation in blockchain-AI convergence Strong leadership and mentoring skills Ability to juggle multiple priorities, manage complexity, and enforce technical excellence Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving