Software Researcher (Embedded, Compilers, Cryptography)

Do you have experience in Cryptography and Software Security and want to use your Mathematical and Programming excellence to fortify code essential to the finance industry?

A Software Security Researcher / Cryptographer, ideally with a PhD in Mathematics or Computing coupled with strong programming skills (Go, Rust and/or Solidity with some C++) will join an innovative start-up combining high-end security, blockchain and program analysis research. You’ll undertake Software Security Research as part of a team of experts in Compilers, Cryptography, Mathematics and Finance, bringing an appreciation (or personal interest in) real-world attacker mentality in order to reduce risk and fortify code. Of particular interest is exposure to zero-knowledge protocols.

Working Remotely, the Software Research Engineer / Cryptographer can expect to receive a good remuneration package with a generous bonus, research opportunities and personal equipment of your choice.

You should bring the following:

• Masters Degree with 2+ years commercial programming experience or a PhD in Mathematics or Computing gained from a top tier UK University.
• Working knowledge of Compilers, Cryptography, Blockchain and/or Algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages to include Go and Rust, Solidity (or can train in this) and some C++ or Python.
• Experience with low level software either as an engineer or researcher.
• Solid understanding of mathematical models particularly for financial instruments.
• A background in or a regular user of programming language theory.
• Highly beneficial to bring experience of zero-knowledge proofs

What you will be involved with:

• Reviewing complex, high assurance smart contract code.
• Applying your engineering skills to build custom tools to rapidly assess, explore or secure the code.
• Advising clients to make informed decisions about risk to their financial systems; using your expertise to help solve hard security problems.
• You’ll continually enhance your skills in both personal and professional development opportunities.

You must be a British or EU National, but can work remotely from the UK, Greece, Malta or Cyprus. A salary in the region of £50-70K will be offered plus a generous bonus.