Blockchain Security Expert - Chain Security Evaluation Track

About You

We are seeking a proactive problem solver who thrives on challenging and impactful tasks, even when they are complex. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with ambiguity and ready to take on multiple roles in a startup setting. A sense of accountability, coupled with a relentless pursuit of self-improvement and growth, should drive your work approach. Your motivation should stem from the opportunity to contribute to building a top-tier company that aspires to become a leading provider of secure software solutions.

About the Company

CertiK is at the forefront of blockchain security, leveraging cutting-edge Formal Verification technology to safeguard smart contracts and blockchains. Founded by Computer Science professors from renowned institutions like Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK has successfully audited and secured assets totaling over $500 billion, including major blockchain projects worldwide.

About the Role

As a Security Engineer at CertiK, your key responsibility will revolve around managing the company's security services. These services span the intersection of cybersecurity and blockchain, encompassing security consulting, reviews, and audits on smart contracts and blockchains, as well as verification and penetration testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough security assessments on various blockchain components like nodes, validators, consensus mechanisms, and network layers.
• Evaluate and analyze blockchain frameworks such as Cosmos SDK, Geth, Hyperledger, among others.
• Identify security vulnerabilities related to consensus protocols, permission models, and block production risks.
• Develop and execute custom scripts and test cases to mimic validator behaviors and stress test chains under different conditions.

Requirements

• Proficient in written and verbal English communication.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in complex testing scenarios and experiments.
• Sound knowledge of blockchain architecture and internals, including Cosmos SDK, Go-Ethereum, and Hyperledger Fabric/Besu.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python or Bash.
• Experience with Docker and containerized testing environments.
• Previous exposure to manual Web3 security auditing is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to shaping the dialogue around blockchain and security.
• Collaboration with top-tier security researchers, technologists, and global institutions.
• Flexible work environment and a culture centered around a shared mission.

Compensation: The annual salary for this role in the US ranges between $120,000 to $180,000, dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

CertiK extends benefits such as medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with matching, life insurance, HSA, FSA, flexible paid time off, and holidays. Additionally, there is a variable commission program in place for business development sales roles.

We endorse diversity, acting as an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on various factors outlined by the law. Candidates with criminal histories will be considered in line with legal requirements related to employment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and may use AI tools to support the hiring process, though all final decisions will be made by human recruiters. For more information on data processing, please reach out to us directly.