Security Software Engineer

Bunhill

9 months ago

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Research Engineer - Security Software / Blockchains / Smart Contracts - Solidity / Rust / Python / C & C++ - Cryptanalysis / Cryptology - Fully Remote. Rewarding opportunities for exceptional Research Engineers to get involved with Blockchain programming and Smart Contract Auditing; playing a key role in reducing risk and fortifying code within the financial industry.
The Security Software / Research Engineer, ideally with a PhD in Mathematics, Computing, Cryptography or similar and coupled with strong programming skills (Solidity, Python, C/C++, Go, Rust) will join an innovative self-funded 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 knowledge of zero-knowledge proofs.
The Research Engineer should bring the following:

Masters Degree / PhD relating to Mathematics, Computing, Cryptography or similar relevant discipline gained from a top tier University.
Working or research experience of Blockchain technologies.
Highly beneficial to bring experience of zero-knowledge proofs.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Go and Rust, Solidity, Python and C/C++.
Exposure to Smart Contract Auditing.
Experience with low level software either as an engineer or researcher.
Solid understanding of mathematical models particularly for financial instruments and a good awareness of code security.
A background in or a regular user of programming language theory.
Designing with a bigger picture in mind i.e. relating to consequences of decisions.
What the Security Software / Research Engineers 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 and can work remotely from various European locations including the UK, France, Greece or Malta. A competitive salary will be offered depending on your level of experience plus a generous bonus and a Stock Option package

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