Cairo Developer
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Software Engineer
Description
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.
Please note that by applying, you consent to your information being stored and processed according to UK GDPR standards. Kindly refer to our privacy policy for detailed information regarding data processing.
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Nethermind
Website
jobs.nethermind.ioCompany size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
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Sirex
Junior AI Engineer
Full time
Remote
Role:
Join one of our fast-growing portfolio startups and help build simple AI features. You’ll work with large language models, create basic automations and chat tools, test ideas, fix small bugs, and integrate AI into everyday products.
Skills & Requirements:
0–2 years of experience (fresh graduates or self-taught welcome)
Basic Python knowledge
Interest in AI, LLMs or chatbots (personal projects are a big plus)
Quick learner who enjoys trying new things
Good English for team communication
Salary: $95,000 – $135,000 USD base + equity in the startup + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc not only invests — we actively help our portfolio companies hire great people. This Junior AI Engineer role is inside one of our AI-native startups. You’ll get real hands-on experience, learn from the best, and build things users actually use — all with full support from the Sirex team.
High risk. Zero apologies.
Join one of our fast-growing portfolio startups and help build simple AI features. You’ll work with large language models, create basic automations and chat tools, test ideas, fix small bugs, and integrate AI into everyday products.
Skills & Requirements:
0–2 years of experience (fresh graduates or self-taught welcome)
Basic Python knowledge
Interest in AI, LLMs or chatbots (personal projects are a big plus)
Quick learner who enjoys trying new things
Good English for team communication
Salary: $95,000 – $135,000 USD base + equity in the startup + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc not only invests — we actively help our portfolio companies hire great people. This Junior AI Engineer role is inside one of our AI-native startups. You’ll get real hands-on experience, learn from the best, and build things users actually use — all with full support from the Sirex team.
High risk. Zero apologies.
Payment in Crypto
Sirex
AI Agent Engineer
Full time
Remote
Role:
Join one of our high-conviction AI-native portfolio companies and build autonomous AI agents from the ground up. You’ll design agent architectures, implement tool-calling & memory systems, connect them to browsers/shell/APIs, run long-horizon tasks, and ship features that make the product feel alive and truly useful.
Skills & Requirements:
2–5 years building LLM-powered agents (LangGraph, CrewAI, ReAct, custom frameworks)
Strong Python skills + experience with tool calling, RAG, vector stores and evaluation
Bonus: familiarity with browser automation, self-hosted models or decentralized compute
Fast executor who loves shipping in ambiguity
Passion for agents that actually do real work (not just chat)
Salary: $160,000 – $230,000 USD base + meaningful equity (in the portfolio company) + full benefits + carry from Sirex network
Description:
Sirex.vc doesn’t only write checks — we actively help our portfolio companies recruit the best people on the planet. This AI Agent Engineer role is inside one of our fastest-moving startups building the next generation of autonomous agents. You’ll get direct support, intros, and operational help from the Sirex team while working on frontier technology that can change how the world uses AI.
High risk. Zero apologies.
Join one of our high-conviction AI-native portfolio companies and build autonomous AI agents from the ground up. You’ll design agent architectures, implement tool-calling & memory systems, connect them to browsers/shell/APIs, run long-horizon tasks, and ship features that make the product feel alive and truly useful.
Skills & Requirements:
2–5 years building LLM-powered agents (LangGraph, CrewAI, ReAct, custom frameworks)
Strong Python skills + experience with tool calling, RAG, vector stores and evaluation
Bonus: familiarity with browser automation, self-hosted models or decentralized compute
Fast executor who loves shipping in ambiguity
Passion for agents that actually do real work (not just chat)
Salary: $160,000 – $230,000 USD base + meaningful equity (in the portfolio company) + full benefits + carry from Sirex network
Description:
Sirex.vc doesn’t only write checks — we actively help our portfolio companies recruit the best people on the planet. This AI Agent Engineer role is inside one of our fastest-moving startups building the next generation of autonomous agents. You’ll get direct support, intros, and operational help from the Sirex team while working on frontier technology that can change how the world uses AI.
High risk. Zero apologies.
Payment in Crypto
Sirex
Investment Analyst
Full time
Remote
Role:
Help the team find and evaluate early-stage startups. Search for promising projects, do quick market checks, prepare short summaries, track portfolio companies, and assist with basic due diligence.
Skills & Requirements:
0–2 years of experience (recent graduates or startup background welcome)
Strong interest in AI, crypto, and new technologies
Good at research, writing clear notes, and using spreadsheets
Organized, fast learner, and comfortable with uncertainty
English at upper-intermediate level
Salary:
$85,000 – $115,000 USD base + small carry + full benefits
Description:
At Sirex.vc we back crazy ideas in AI and decentralized tech. As Investment Analyst you’ll be right in the middle of the action — scanning hundreds of startups every week, learning how real venture works, and helping decide where we put money. Perfect first step into VC for someone hungry and smart. High risk. Zero apologies.
Help the team find and evaluate early-stage startups. Search for promising projects, do quick market checks, prepare short summaries, track portfolio companies, and assist with basic due diligence.
Skills & Requirements:
0–2 years of experience (recent graduates or startup background welcome)
Strong interest in AI, crypto, and new technologies
Good at research, writing clear notes, and using spreadsheets
Organized, fast learner, and comfortable with uncertainty
English at upper-intermediate level
Salary:
$85,000 – $115,000 USD base + small carry + full benefits
Description:
At Sirex.vc we back crazy ideas in AI and decentralized tech. As Investment Analyst you’ll be right in the middle of the action — scanning hundreds of startups every week, learning how real venture works, and helping decide where we put money. Perfect first step into VC for someone hungry and smart. High risk. Zero apologies.
Sirex
Operating Partner
Full time
Remote
Role:
Work side-by-side with portfolio founders to scale their companies at speed. Lead talent acquisition for critical roles, build operational systems and processes, shape go-to-market strategy, track key metrics, and support follow-on fundraising.
Skills & Requirements:
4–6+ years of hands-on experience in high-growth startups (previous Head of Operations, Chief of Staff, or founding team member strongly preferred)
Deep understanding of AI, decentralized infrastructure or developer platforms
Strong talent network and proven ability to recruit top technical talent
Exceptional execution skills and comfort operating in ambiguity
Data-oriented and systems thinker
Salary:
$175,000 – $245,000 USD base + significant carry + equity + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc doesn't just invest — we build alongside our founders. As Operating Partner, you will be the difference-maker for our portfolio companies, rolling up your sleeves to help them move faster and smarter than their competition. If you live for turning chaos into momentum and want to help create the defining companies of the next decade, this is your role. High risk. Zero apologies.
Work side-by-side with portfolio founders to scale their companies at speed. Lead talent acquisition for critical roles, build operational systems and processes, shape go-to-market strategy, track key metrics, and support follow-on fundraising.
Skills & Requirements:
4–6+ years of hands-on experience in high-growth startups (previous Head of Operations, Chief of Staff, or founding team member strongly preferred)
Deep understanding of AI, decentralized infrastructure or developer platforms
Strong talent network and proven ability to recruit top technical talent
Exceptional execution skills and comfort operating in ambiguity
Data-oriented and systems thinker
Salary:
$175,000 – $245,000 USD base + significant carry + equity + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc doesn't just invest — we build alongside our founders. As Operating Partner, you will be the difference-maker for our portfolio companies, rolling up your sleeves to help them move faster and smarter than their competition. If you live for turning chaos into momentum and want to help create the defining companies of the next decade, this is your role. High risk. Zero apologies.
Payment in Crypto
Sirex
Venture Associate – AI & Decentralized Infrastructure
Full time
Remote
Role:
Source, diligence, and close early-stage investments in AI-native technologies, decentralized protocols, developer platforms, and compute infrastructure. Work side-by-side with founders post-investment on strategy, hiring, product roadmap, and scaling operations.
Skills & Requirements:
2–4 years in venture capital, startup operations, or technical role (engineering/product background strongly preferred)
Deep understanding of AI models, blockchain infrastructure, open-source ecosystems, and compute markets
Proven ability to build founder networks and spot asymmetric opportunities early
Exceptional analytical skills, written/verbal communication, and comfort with high-uncertainty decisions
Self-starter who moves fast and doesn’t need hand-holding
Salary:
$150,000 – $220,000 USD base + meaningful carry + equity upside + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc backs visionary founders redefining the open digital economy with asymmetric, high-conviction bets. We move at startup speed and expect the same from our team. As Venture Associate you’ll be on the front lines hunting the next 100x opportunities in AI, crypto infra, and compute — while rolling up your sleeves to help portfolio companies win. High risk. Zero apologies. If you live for the thrill of early-stage tech and want to build the future instead of just funding it, we want to talk.
Source, diligence, and close early-stage investments in AI-native technologies, decentralized protocols, developer platforms, and compute infrastructure. Work side-by-side with founders post-investment on strategy, hiring, product roadmap, and scaling operations.
Skills & Requirements:
2–4 years in venture capital, startup operations, or technical role (engineering/product background strongly preferred)
Deep understanding of AI models, blockchain infrastructure, open-source ecosystems, and compute markets
Proven ability to build founder networks and spot asymmetric opportunities early
Exceptional analytical skills, written/verbal communication, and comfort with high-uncertainty decisions
Self-starter who moves fast and doesn’t need hand-holding
Salary:
$150,000 – $220,000 USD base + meaningful carry + equity upside + full benefits
Description:
Sirex.vc backs visionary founders redefining the open digital economy with asymmetric, high-conviction bets. We move at startup speed and expect the same from our team. As Venture Associate you’ll be on the front lines hunting the next 100x opportunities in AI, crypto infra, and compute — while rolling up your sleeves to help portfolio companies win. High risk. Zero apologies. If you live for the thrill of early-stage tech and want to build the future instead of just funding it, we want to talk.
Payment in Crypto