Nethermind

We are a dynamic team of innovators and researchers dedicated to enabling enterprises and developers globally to leverage and contribute to decentralized systems.

Our seasoned expertise spans across various areas including Ethereum and Starknet protocol engineering, layer-2 solutions, cryptography, DeFi, security assessments, formal verification, real-time monitoring, smart contract creation, as well as enterprise and dapp engineering.

Collaborating with key entities such as Ethereum Foundation, Starknet Foundation, and many others, we are at the forefront of tackling complex challenges within the blockchain space. Our diverse team of over 350 individuals operates remotely from more than 66 countries.

Why Join Us?

If you have a vision for pioneering advancements in AI and ZK technology, joining our team at Nethermind presents an exceptional opportunity to bring that vision to fruition.

We are currently looking to add talented Cairo Developers to our expanding AI and ZK group. Successful candidates will play a pivotal role in conducting research, designing, implementing, and optimizing protocols and applications critical to the progress of Ethereum, Starknet, and Web3.

Responsibilities:

Develop and deploy scalable and secure smart contracts, dApps, and ZK protocols utilizing the Cairo programming language.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including cryptographers, mathematicians, and blockchain engineers to integrate advanced cryptographic techniques and algorithms.

Optimize Cairo code for enhanced performance, cost efficiency, and security to ensure the scalability of our solutions.

Contribute to the improvement of Cairo tooling, compilers, and documentation, enhancing the developer experience.

Stay abreast of the latest blockchain technology advancements, cryptographic trends, and developments within the Ethereum ecosystem by actively engaging in relevant communities and conferences.

Skills Required:

Demonstrated expertise in developing smart contracts using Cairo.

Strong grasp of cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and their applications in blockchain technology.

Knowledge of the Ethereum ecosystem, including EVM, Layer 2 scaling solutions, and Web3 technologies.

Exceptional problem-solving, analytical thinking, and critical reasoning abilities.

Effective communication and collaboration skills essential for productive teamwork.

Enthusiasm for decentralized technologies, cryptography, and the transformative potential of Web3 across industries.

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with zk proof systems (ZK-STARK, ZK-SNARKs).

Background in cryptography or mathematics.

Active participation in GitHub projects indicated by submitted projects or PRs to external repositories.

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Job Overview:

Our company is on a mission to enable enterprises and developers globally to leverage decentralized systems. We have a diverse team with expertise in Ethereum and Starknet protocol engineering, decentralized finance, security auditing, and more. Collaborating with prominent organizations in the industry, we operate with a 350+ remote team across various countries.

**Role

We are in search of an experienced Application Security Engineer to fortify the security of our applications. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in embedding security practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and thwarting potential vulnerabilities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct detailed vulnerability assessments on web applications, identifying, replicating, and resolving security gaps.

Fine-tune identified vulnerabilities to address false positives/negatives.

Implement and uphold secure coding practices while working closely with remote development teams.

Carry out security-focused code reviews and contribute to threat modeling endeavors.

Lead the implementation and maintenance of automated security testing tools.

Organize red-team exercises to assess and improve security protocols.

Stay informed about the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

Mentor junior security team members and provide guidance as needed.

Engage in early-stage design and planning discussions to ensure security aspects are accounted for.

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of application security experience.

Proficiency in web application security and familiarity with OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.

Experience with security tools and best practices in cloud environments, particularly AWS and GCP.

Understanding of SAST, DAST, Software Composition Analysis practices.

Knowledge of container security technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.

Proficiency in network and web-related protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS).

Familiarity with security standards and compliance frameworks such as SOC2, ISO 27001, or NIST.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong problem-solving capabilities and analytical skills.

Ability to work autonomously and manage tasks effectively.

Proficient in English for clear and concise communication.

Motivated with excellent time management skills suitable for remote work.

Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to challenges.

Preferred Skills:

General understanding of blockchain ecosystem and Ethereum network, smart contract auditing.

Development or scripting experience in languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Go.

Experience in secure implementation of authentication and authorization systems.

Knowledge of penetration testing techniques, including Living Off The Land.

Familiarity with threat modeling frameworks like STRIDE and PASTA.

If you are passionate about cutting-edge initiatives and aspire to work with a dynamic team committed to upholding top-tier security standards, this role offers an opportunity to drive secure applications and support the blockchain community as a whole.

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** What We Are Looking For**

We seek a skilled Senior DevOps Engineer with a strong AWS background, specializing in ECS, RDS, API Gateway, and Lambda functions. The ideal candidate should possess excellent problem-solving abilities, extensive AWS knowledge, and effective communication skills. You will report directly to our Product DevOps Team Lead, assisting in ensuring the smooth operation of our SaaS product by leveraging AWS expertise and collaborating with various teams to address issues.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for directly reporting to the Product DevOps Team Lead while conforming to team guidance.

Engage in debugging and resolving AWS-related issues with a focus on cost-effective resolutions.

Effectively communicate with project management to align DevOps activities with project objectives, including cost implications.

Solid grasp of DevOps principles and containerization techniques.

Possess an eagerness to learn, adapt, and actively enhance skill sets.

Promptly address incidents and optimize resource utilization for cost efficiency.

Enhance current AWS resource usage for efficient operations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

At least 5 years of experience in DevOps, specifically in AWS and ECS, emphasizing cost optimization.

Proficiency in AWS services like ECS, RDS, API Gateway, and Lambda functions, with a focus on troubleshooting and cost-effectiveness.

Experience in infrastructure as code (Terraform), CI/CD practices, and understanding cost implications.

Strong communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams including project management and developers.

Preferred Skills

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with agile methodologies and software development practices.

Knowledge of blockchain technologies, particularly RPC protocols, is advantageous.

AWS Expertise Checklist

Extensive knowledge and proficiency in various AWS services such as ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, and CloudFormation.

Skills to design scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-effective solutions using AWS services.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Proficiency

Ability to effectively use Terraform and other infrastructure as code tools to manage AWS resources efficiently.

Skilled in designing, implementing, and maintaining infrastructure following best IaC practices.

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Expertise

Designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines with tools such as GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline, and Jenkins.

Automating deployment processes for seamless integration of development and production environments.

Monitoring and Logging Skills

Proficient in setting up monitoring and logging systems using AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and third-party solutions like Datadog or Splunk.

Analytical ability to proactively identify and rectify issues through log and metric analysis.

Security and Compliance Knowledge

Familiarity with AWS security standards and experience implementing security controls like IAM policies, VPC configurations, encryption, and auditing.

Automation and Scripting Abilities

Proficiency in Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages for automating tasks and managing AWS resources.

Experience in creating custom tools and scripts to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaboration and Communication

Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and QA engineers.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting processes, sharing knowledge, and proposing solutions.

Scalability and Performance Focus

Experience in optimizing AWS infrastructure for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

Proficient in conducting performance analysis, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations.

Incident Response and Disaster Recovery Expertise

Proficiency in designing and implementing disaster recovery plans and backup solutions on AWS.

Innovation and Continuous Learning

Enthusiasm for staying updated with the latest AWS services, industry trends, and best practices.

Ability to innovate and suggest new solutions to enhance system reliability, performance, and security.

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What are we all about?

We are a team focused on empowering enterprises and developers globally by providing access to and fostering development on decentralized systems.

Our team specializes in various areas including Ethereum and Starknet protocol engineering, layer-2 solutions, cryptography research, DeFi, security auditing, formal verification, smart contract development, and enterprise engineering.

Collaborating with leading entities such as Ethereum Foundation, Starknet Foundation, and more, we tackle complex challenges in the blockchain domain.

Currently, our remote team comprises over 350 professionals from 66 different countries.

View all available positions here: "https://www.nethermind.io/open-roles"

About the role:

As the Full-Stack Tech Lead (APAC) within our dynamic team, you will take the lead in developing an advanced dashboard and the EigenLayer Insights API. These components are pivotal in transforming Ethereum's security and trust mechanisms.

Responsibilities:

Lead Development: Direct the entire development process of the EigenLayer dashboard and Insights API to ensure seamless user experiences and robust performance.

Innovate Solutions: Work closely with developers, product managers, and designers to create innovative solutions that deliver valuable data visualizations through the dashboard and API.

Drive Quality: Implement coding best practices, testing procedures, and deployment strategies to maintain high-quality standards for both the dashboard and API.

Mentor and Grow: Cultivate continuous learning within the team, mentor junior developers, and uphold technical excellence.

Strategic Planning: Participate in strategic planning sessions to align dashboard and API development with EigenLayer's broader objectives and user requirements.

Must Haves:

Proficiency in modern JavaScript / Typescript

Deep comprehension of modern client-and server-side React application architectures

Proven experience in leading development teams and managing complex projects

Expertise in designing scalable APIs in JavaScript/TypeScript

Experience in testing backend and frontend JavaScript / TypeScript code

Skill in architecture principles, design patterns, and analyzing trade-offs in business requirements

Creative problem-solving abilities for technical challenges

Experience collaborating with DevOps teams for designing cloud-native infrastructure

Nice to Haves:

Project Management expertise

Familiarity with the web3 frontend stack

Blockchain development experience, particularly in indexing blockchain data

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We are a dedicated team of innovators and researchers committed to empowering enterprises and developers worldwide to leverage and innovate on decentralized systems.

Our expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including Ethereum and Starknet protocol engineering, layer-2 solutions, cryptography research, protocol development, decentralized finance (DeFi), security auditing, formal verification, real-time monitoring, smart contract development, and dapps and enterprise engineering.

Collaborating with renowned entities such as Ethereum Foundation, Starknet Foundation, and other industry leaders, we are focused on addressing complex challenges within the blockchain space. Currently, our team consists of over 350 professionals working remotely across more than 66 countries.

Suitable Candidate

We are in search of a seasoned and strategic Product Marketing Manager to spearhead the go-to-market strategy and execution for our groundbreaking blockchain products and services. As a member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in defining the positioning, messaging, and introduction of our products. You will closely liaise with product, marketing, and sales teams to drive adoption, growth, and success.

The ideal candidate should have a successful track record of strategizing and implementing product marketing initiatives within the blockchain sector. A deep understanding of the market dynamics, target audience, and competitive landscape is essential. Moreover, strong skills in translating product features into compelling value propositions, crafting engaging content, and enabling effective communication for sales teams are key.

Core Responsibilities

Conceptualize and execute go-to-market strategies for our blockchain products and services.

Undertake market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and unique selling points.

Collaborate with product teams to shape roadmaps, prioritize features, and gather customer insights.

Develop impactful product messaging and content for effective communication of product value.

Oversee product launch plans and facilitate cross-functional efforts for successful launches and continuous growth.

Train and empower sales teams regarding product messaging, value propositions, and competitive differentiators.

Analyze product performance metrics and customer feedback to optimize positioning and guide future strategies.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of product marketing experience, with at least 3 years focused on marketing blockchain or cryptocurrency products.

Proven track record of successfully strategizing and executing go-to-market plans for blockchain or cryptocurrency products.

In-depth knowledge of the blockchain and cryptocurrency market landscape, including players, technologies, trends, and customer needs.

Strong communication and storytelling abilities to create engaging and resonant product messaging.

Proficient in data analysis to derive insights and inform strategic decisions.

Excellent teamwork and leadership skills, capable of fostering collaboration and driving alignment within cross-functional teams.

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is considered a plus.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with agile product development methodologies and close collaboration with product management teams.

Familiarity with marketing automation and CRM tools like Hubspot, Marketo, or Salesforce.

Proficiency in product-led growth strategies and user acquisition tactics in the blockchain sector.

Demonstrated ability to launch and scale successful blockchain products globally.

Thought leadership and public speaking experience at industry events and conferences.

Technical background or understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and smart contracts.

KeyValue

We are a group of innovators and researchers dedicated to enabling businesses and developers globally to leverage and create on decentralized platforms.

Our proficiency spans various areas including Ethereum and Starknet protocol development, layer-2 solutions, cryptography research, DeFi, security assessments, formal verification, real-time monitoring, smart contract deployment, and dapps and enterprise solutions.

Engaged in addressing complex challenges in the blockchain sector, we frequently partner with leading organizations like Ethereum Foundation, Starknet Foundation, Gnosis Chain, Flashbots, Forta Protocol, Lido, EigenLayer, Open Zeppelin, RISCZero, Aleph Zero, and more.

Currently, we are a remote team of over 350 professionals spread across 66+ countries.

About the Role

We are in search of an initiative-driven Content Marketing Lead to lead our content projects at a fast-growing, remote-first company deeply integrated in the Ethereum and blockchain communities. This opportunity suits an independent individual well-versed in blockchain culture and Ethereum's core ideals, thriving in a global team environment. As a hands-on leader, you will initially focus on creating and managing content across various platforms, with the potential for growth into a strategic position overseeing broader content marketing strategies.

The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, attentive to details, and possesses a mix of creative, project management, and analytical skills necessary to ensure our content resonates with our audience and reflects our brand values.

This role presents a distinctive chance to contribute to technological advancements, generating compelling content that promotes awareness and usage of blockchain tools and infrastructure. You will operate in a dynamic setting where you can explore your ideas and play a significant role in shaping our marketing efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

Content Strategy and Implementation:

Devise and execute targeted content strategies aligned with brand objectives.

Collaborate with Engineering and Design teams to develop and launch campaigns enhancing visibility and engagement with our products.

Supervise the creation of diverse content forms such as technical blog posts, social media updates, video scripts, design briefs, etc.

Produce engaging posts on various platforms like Twitter, LinkedIn, and others.

Content Management:

Coordinate collaboration among marketing, engineering, design, sales, and legal departments for cohesive brand promotion.

Maintain a content calendar to ensure consistent delivery and engagement across platforms.

SEO and Analytics:

Implement SEO strategies to boost content visibility and organic growth.

Utilize campaign reports and insights to optimize content strategies in partnership with Marketing Data Analyst.

Community Engagement and Market Research:

Engage with Ethereum and blockchain communities to track trends and hot topics.

Conduct market and competitor research to inform content decisions.

Leadership and Team Management:

Support in team building, mentoring, and management within the content marketing department.

Essential Qualifications

5+ years of content marketing experience in the blockchain industry, showcasing successful content strategy execution.

Background in B2B, B2D, B2C marketing within blockchain.

Deep understanding and alignment with onchain marketing principles and Ethereum ecosystem.

Superior English language skills with excellent writing and editing abilities.

Proficient project management skills to handle multiple initiatives and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong leadership capabilities to inspire and guide team members.

Creative and strategic mindset with ability to collaborate across departments.

Eagerness to understand complex technologies with a proactive work ethic.

Knowledge of basic SEO and its social media applications.

Familiarity with various social media platforms like Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more.

Experience using CRM software and social scheduling tools.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.

Proficiency in advanced SEO practices and tools.

Familiarity with content management systems (CMS).

Experience with specific tools like Notion, Hubspot, Salesforce, Apollo.

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.

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About Us:

We are a highly skilled team of builders and researchers specializing in various domains such as Ethereum Protocol Engineering, Layer-2, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Miner Extractable Value (MEV), Smart Contract Development, Security Auditing, and Formal Verification.

Working on solving complex challenges in the blockchain industry, we have established partnerships with renowned companies including Ethereum Foundation, StarkWare, Gnosis Chain, Aave, Flashbots, xDai, Open Zeppelin, Forta Protocol, Energy Web, POA Network, and more.

We actively contribute to Ethereum core development, EIP's (Ethereum Improvement Proposals), and network upgrades alongside the Ethereum Foundation and other client teams.

With nearly 200 remote team members from over 45 countries, we offer a diverse and global work environment.

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Role: Protocol Engineering

As a member of our Protocol Engineering team, you will be responsible for building cutting-edge blockchain clients (nodes). This role involves:

Conducting research and development in a collaborative work culture

Designing and constructing distributed, fault-tolerant systems

Demonstrating knowledge of scalable, highly available, and low latency architectures

Implementing networking layers and P2P (peer-to-peer) protocols

Handling and managing large datasets with strict real-time performance requirements

Optimizing software performance

Solving technical challenges alongside top software engineers and research professionals

Utilizing the latest tools and technologies

Troubleshooting technical issues

Requirements:

Proficient in implementing efficient algorithms and designing complex data structures

Excellent programming skills, preferably in C#, Rust, or GO; proficiency in other tech stacks like Java or C++ will be considered

Understanding of good software architecture principles

Ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code without over-engineering

Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to take ownership and tackle problems

Several years of experience in software development

Strong background in computer science

Keen interest in the inner workings of blockchains

While not necessary, deep knowledge in one of the following areas is highly desirable:

Distributed networks (P2P)

Performance and memory optimization

Blockchain/EVM/TransactionPool/JSON RPC

Complex data structures such as Patricia-Merkle/Verkle tries

NoSQL Key Value databases like RocksDB

Cryptography

Examples of Projects:

Our team has worked on various projects, including:

Building an Ethereum client from scratch

Implementing the Snap Sync protocol to enhance the speed of Ethereum node synchronization over the network

The Merge - implementing and migrating from Proof of Work to Proof of Stake

Performance improvements to an internal virtual machine (EVM)

Enhancements to memory management

Designing and implementing efficient and robust data stores and caching

Libp2p implementation in C#

Perks and Benefits:

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Equity opportunities

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