Blockchain Security Expert Intern - AI Track

About the Company

Established in 2018 by esteemed educators from Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK is a groundbreaking entity in blockchain security. Employing state-of-the-art AI technology, CertiK specializes in safeguarding and monitoring blockchain protocols and smart contracts with a vision to enhance cybersecurity. By bringing advanced academic innovations into corporate settings, CertiK facilitates the development of secure and accurate mission-critical applications. Renowned as a rapidly expanding and well-respected organization in blockchain security, CertiK enjoys a prime position in its sector. Noteworthy clients include eminent projects such as Aave, Polygon, Binance Smart Chain, Yearn, and Chiliz. Notable investors backing CertiK's endeavors comprise prestigious VCs like Tiger Global, Coatue Management, Shunwei Capital, and Hillhouse Capital, alongside industry giants such as Coinbase Ventures and Binance.

About the Position

The primary objective of this role is to spearhead the evolution of an intelligent AI agent propelled by large language models (LLMs) to elevate the efficacy of our security audit tools in the realm of blockchain technology. As an Intern specializing in Blockchain Security, you will collaborate closely with our blockchain security team to fuse cutting-edge academic research with real-world applications. Your core duties will encompass the design, optimization, and integration of LLM-driven AI agents engineered to automatically scrutinize smart contracts and uncover potential vulnerabilities. Engaged in research and experimentation, you will explore new methodologies to bolster threat identification and risk evaluation within our security audit platform, actively contributing to enhanced security of blockchain infrastructures.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside our blockchain security team to devise and implement a large language model (LLM)-powered AI agent for security audit tools.
• Conduct experiments utilizing innovative AI techniques to enrich threat detection and risk assessment within blockchain ecosystems.
• Aid in transforming advanced research on AI agents into pragmatic, scalable solutions for security audits.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in LLMs, AI agent architectures, and cybersecurity, proactively suggesting enhancements.

Requirements

• Pursuing or possessing a recent PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or related field, with a strong focus on machine learning, natural language processing, and/or cybersecurity.
• Profound comprehension of LLM architectures (e.g., transformers) and hands-on expertise in training or fine-tuning such models.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Basic knowledge of blockchain technology and smart contract development is advantageous.
• Exceptional analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability in a fast-paced, pioneering startup environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Bonus Points

• Previous research or project involvement in developing AI agents or automated security analysis tools.
• Exposure to security audit methodologies and vulnerability assessment, particularly within blockchain or smart contract spheres.
• Familiarity with blockchain programming languages (e.g., Solidity) and platforms (e.g., Ethereum).
• Contributions to top conferences/journals in AI, NLP, or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated capability to translate research insights into practical, production-ready tools.

Target compensation for this role, if based in the US, ranges from $6,000 to $8,000 monthly. The final compensation offered will be predicated on the skills and experience exhibited by eligible candidates.

CertiK welcomes applications for this role continuously.

CertiK provides comprehensive benefits such as medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company matching, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, HSA (with high deductible plan), FSA, alongside flexible paid time off and holidays. For business development sales roles, CertiK also offers a variable commission program.

In compliance with federal regulations, all recruited personnel will be required to authenticate identity and eligibility to work in the US, duly completing the necessary form at the time of hiring.

CertiK remains committed to maintaining an unbiased recruitment process, refraining from any form of discrimination based on age, race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, medical condition, national origin, genetics, military status, or any other legally impermissible criterion during hiring decisions.

CertiK will review applications from candidates with criminal histories in compliance with applicable local and federal directives.

All team members at CertiK are expected to actively champion diversity within their teams and the organization at large.