Mechanism Designer

Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Mechanical Engineer
Description

About Us:

We are a dedicated team of creators and investigators with a goal to enable businesses and developers worldwide in utilizing and constructing decentralized systems.

Our team excels in various realms such as Ethereum and Starknet protocol development, layer-2 solutions, cryptographic research, decentralized finance (DeFi), security audits, formal verification, real-time monitoring, smart contract creation, dapps establishment, and enterprise engineering.

Engaging in tackling complex challenges within the blockchain industry, we actively collaborate with prominent entities like Ethereum Foundation, Starknet Foundation, Gnosis Chain, Flashbots, Forta Protocol, Lido, EigenLayer, Open Zeppelin, RISCZero, Aleph Zero, and more.

Currently, we comprise nearly 200 members working remotely from over 45 countries around the world.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate should exhibit a profound comprehension of algorithmic game theory and its application to prove the robustness of protocols through mechanism design. Additionally, familiarity with the behavior of game theory under the distributed system's asynchrony and irrationality is highly valued. While a fundamental understanding of L1 and L2 designs, systemic risks, and consensus algorithms is necessary, a solid grasp is preferred.

We seek individuals who can effectively collaborate in a distributed research team, clearly articulate their research ideas, and present their findings in a formal manner. Candidates who are comfortable expressing their viewpoints and seeking clarity on unfamiliar concepts are encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

In the role of a Mechanism Designer, your research engagements may encompass topics like:

  • Transaction fee mechanisms.
  • Prover coordination and sequencer design, decentralization, incentivization.
  • Block-building rights auctioning.
  • Finality levels and associated risks.
  • Staking variations: vanilla staking, restaking, liquid staking, and associated systemic risks.
  • L2 governance, PoS vs PoG, etc.

Desired Skills:

  • Proven track record in algorithmic game theory with a preference for published work in the domain.
  • Capability to identify and propose solutions for mechanism design issues.
  • Understanding of distributed protocol design, including recognizing trade-offs when implemented on blockchains.
  • Familiarity with Ethereum operation and design principles.
  • Knowledge of L2 design specifics.
  • Ability to communicate thoughts effectively.

For privacy and data processing concerns, your consent for the storage and usage of personal information by Demerzel Solutions Limited (t/a Nethermind) can be withdrawn at any time. Please refer to our privacy policy for further details or reach us at legalnotices@nethermind.io.

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Company size
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Location
United States
Description
We are a team of world class builders and researchers with expertise across several domains: Ethereum Protocol Engineering, Layer-2, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Maximal Extractable Value (MEV), Smart Contract Development, Security Auditing and Formal Verification. Working to solve some of the most challenging problems in the blockchain space, we frequently collaborate with renowned companies, such as Ethereum Foundation, StarkWare, Gnosis Chain, Aave, Flashbots, xDai, Open Zeppelin, Forta Protocol, Energy Web, POA Network and many more. We actively contribute to Ethereum core development, EIP's and network upgrades together with the Ethereum Foundation, and other client teams. Today, we are a 220+ strong team working remotely across 55+ countries.

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