Protocol Security Engineer
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Matter LabsBlockchain Infrastructure
Global RemoteFull-TimeMiddle
SalaryCompetitive base salary. Performance-based variable compensation with a defined annual target is additional. A long-term token incentive is also additional and is paid in ZK tokens.
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Job Details
- Languages
- English
- Required Skills
- BlockchainC++GoRustScala
Requirements
- Demonstrated record in security engineering or research, including threat modeling and code review.
- Proficiency in strongly typed languages such as C++, Go, or Scala.
- Deep grounding in algorithms and data structures, including implementation from scratch.
- Expertise in protocol-level debugging and root-cause analysis for complex distributed systems.
- Working knowledge of recent blockchain security incidents and prevention techniques.
- Clear written and spoken English language proficiency.
- Experience with Solidity, ZK circuits, or core blockchain protocols is a plus.
- Evidence of public security research, audit reports, or bug bounty history is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Threat-model and review Solidity contracts and Rust-based blockchain state transition functions.
- Take responsibility for the secure architecture and implementation of protocol components.
- Track industry-wide hacks and exploits to implement preventive system improvements.
- Embed secure-design practices across development teams through architectural influence.
- Apply AI tools to scale security defense mechanisms.
- Lead security investigations and incident response under pressure.
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