Offchain Labs is hiring a Research Scientist/Engineer to address fundamental challenges in building scalable, secure, and user-friendly blockchain systems. In this role, you will analyze trends, design novel protocols, and collaborate across the organization to advance our core infrastructure and the broader ecosystem.
What You'll Do
- Attack fundamental challenges to building scalable, secure, reliable, and user-friendly blockchain systems.
- Reason through emerging trends in crypto and blockchain, identifying opportunities for Offchain Labs.
- Proactively perform feasibility studies and analysis for new protocols, architectures, and feature enhancements.
- Design and write technical specifications and academic papers.
- Design and build proofs of concept.
- Collaborate with research colleagues, share knowledge and expertise, and solve problems together.
- Work with teams across engineering, product, and business development to think beyond current technical limitations.
What We're Looking For
- A Doctorate in Computer Science/Engineering or a related field, a Master's degree, or equivalent work experience.
- 1–2 years of relevant research and development experience in academic and/or industry settings.
- Deep expertise in distributed systems, security, or cryptographic research areas.
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn blockchain technologies.
- An open-minded research approach and genuine intellectual curiosity.
- Ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms to a non-technical audience.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
- A positive attitude and a passion for sharing knowledge within your team and community.
Nice to Have
- Experience or interest with layer 2 technologies is a plus.
Technical Stack
- Blockchain technologies
- Arbitrum stack
- Ethereum
Benefits & Compensation
- Remote-first global workforce + NY office.
- Annual company offsite + team onsites.
- Professional reimbursement program for conferences and certifications.
- Medical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries).
- 401k retirement plan + company match (US only).
- Wellness stipend.
- Home office set up / ergonomic equipment program.
Work Mode
This is a global, remote-first role.
At Offchain Labs, we are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
