Senior Protocol Engineer

kaia dlt foundation โ€ข South Korea
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Lead architecture and implementation of core blockchain protocol components from prototype to production. Develop and optimize data structures, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic implementations including zero-knowledge proofs. Collaborate across teams to ensure security, performance, and scalability while mentoring junior engineers.

Key Highlights
Lead design and implementation of core protocol components
Develop zero-knowledge proofs and consensus algorithms
Work onsite in Singapore or fully remote worldwide
Mentor junior engineers and drive code quality
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of core protocol components, from initial prototypes to production-grade deployment
Develop and optimize data structures, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic implementations (e.g., zero-knowledge proofs)
Identify attack vectors, failure modes, and performance bottlenecks; apply formal verification or simulation to validate designs
Partner with researchers, product managers, and security teams to translate roadmaps into precise technical specifications
Drive code quality through design reviews, documentation, and technical leadership; mentor junior engineers
Technical Skills Required
Rust Go Solidity
Benefits & Perks
Full-time employment in Singapore
Service contractor position worldwide

Job Description


๐Ÿข About Us


Kaia Labs is dedicated to accelerating the sustainable growth of the Kaia Ecosystem. As a key player in blockchain innovation, we support developers, facilitate business participation, and foster global collaborations. Our mission is to create value by coordinating with developers, businesses, and communities to strengthen the Kaia Network.


๐Ÿ”— https://www.kaia.io


๐Ÿง‘ ๐Ÿ’ป What You'll Do


  • Architecture & Design โ€” Lead the design and implementation of core protocol components, from initial prototypes to production-grade deployment.


  • Protocol Development โ€” Develop and optimize data structures, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic implementations (e.g., zero-knowledge proofs).


  • Security & Verification โ€” Identify attack vectors, failure modes, and performance bottlenecks; apply formal verification or simulation to validate designs.


  • Cross-Functional Collaboration โ€” Partner with researchers, product managers, and security teams to translate roadmaps into precise technical specifications.


  • Mentorship & Quality โ€” Drive code quality through design reviews, documentation, and technical leadership; mentor junior engineers.


๐Ÿ” Who We're Looking For


Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in systems-level languages used in blockchain (Rust, Go) and smart contract languages (Solidity).
  • Demonstrated track record of open-source contributions in the Web3 ecosystem.


Domain Knowledge

  • Strong background in distributed systems, peer-to-peer networking, and modern blockchain primitives (rollup technologies, account abstraction).
  • Up-to-date with rapidly evolving standards such as Ethereum upgrades and inter-blockchain communication protocols.


Problem-Solving

  • Proven ability to debug complex issues across network and application layers.
  • Experience making high-level architectural tradeoffs across performance, scalability, and security.


Communication

  • Ability to document system improvements and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Fluency in Korean and English.


๐Ÿ“ Our Hiring Process

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Resume Screening โ†’ ๐ŸŽค 1st Interview โ†’ ๐ŸŽฏ 2nd Interview โ†’ ๐Ÿ’ฐ Salary Negotiation


๐Ÿ“ Contract Type

  • Singapore: Full-time Employee (Onsite)
  • Worldwide: Service Contractor (Fully Remote)


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