Principal/Senior Engineer - Blockchain Development Engineer

Hong Kong
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
Role
Software Engineer
Description

About the Company

At OKX, we are shaping the future with advanced technology. Established in 2017, OKX stands out as a prominent cryptocurrency exchange for spot and derivatives trading. Utilizing blockchain technology, OKX offers a wide range of innovative products and solutions that are transforming the financial landscape. Trusted by over 20 million users across 180 regions globally, OKX aims to provide a dynamic platform for individuals to delve into the realm of crypto. Alongside the top-notch DeFi exchange, OKX is also known for OKX Insights, a research arm that stays abreast of industry trends. With a diverse array of crypto services and a focus on innovation, OKX envisions a world where financial accessibility is empowered by blockchain technology and decentralized finance.

We value our team just as much as we value technology. We foster a collaborative culture where success is shared, change is embraced, and integrity is paramount. Our mission is to cultivate a welcoming, enriching, and inclusive environment for all team members, regardless of their background, where everyone is appreciated, respected, and offered equal opportunities for growth and success.

Opportunity Overview

  • Engage with top talents in blockchain technology, contributing to the development and enhancement of security tools, and remaining at the forefront of this rapidly changing industry.
  • Access continuous learning opportunities to enhance skills, including hands-on experience in smart contract auditing and security tools development.
  • Make a global impact through the utilization of our widely-used Web3 products, and contribute to their safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the design, development, thorough testing, and optimization of performance for L1 or L2 blockchain projects.
  • Lead communication efforts and actively contribute to well-known blockchain projects like Ethereum, Polygon, and others in mainstream usage.
  • Drive the development of ZKEvm and related components.
  • Collaborate with the team to create scalable blockchain solutions.
  • Engage in product planning and devise technical roadmaps.
  • Address development challenges, conduct fault diagnosis, and implement fixes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Preferably possess 2-3 years of experience in blockchain development, with proficiency in Golang, Rust, C++, or related languages.
  • Solid comprehension of blockchain technology, including Ethereum, Polygon, Bitcoin, Solana, and L2 networks.
  • Exposure to zero-knowledge proof development, particularly zkvm, and familiarity with principles of plonk/halo2/KZG/FRI, along with related libraries or circuit development languages such as plonky2, Circum, gnark.
  • Familiarity with performance optimization tools like Gperftools, Profiler, Flamegraph, Pprof, etc., and experience in performance optimization development within projects. Knowledge of zk GPU acceleration is beneficial.
  • Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and team collaboration aptitude.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Profound understanding of the workings of mainstream ZK-Rollup L2 technology and in-depth awareness of ZKEvm technicalities.
  • Hands-on experience in L2 blockchain projects like polygon\linea\zksync.
  • Proficiency in ZKP like groth16, fflonk, plonky2.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package.
  • Extensive insurance coverage for employees and their dependents.
  • Further perks and benefits to be elaborated on during the selection process.
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