Research Engineer
Chainlink LabsSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Financial Technology, Research & DevelopmentIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field such as computer science, cryptography, or a related discipline, along with extensive research experience, ideally spanning at least 10 years. Demonstrated expertise in distributed systems, cryptography, mechanism design, and blockchain technology is essential, as is a strong understanding of open-source development practices.
Responsibilities
The Director of Research will shape the research vision by defining and leading a long-term scientific research agenda, identifying both mission-aligned applied challenges and foundational open problems. They will foster deep academic and industry collaboration through building strong partnerships, supporting joint publications, and advancing knowledge. The role also encompasses overseeing a portfolio of research efforts, building and supporting a research team, and translating research insights into real-world impact within SDF’s mission and broader ecosystem development.
Skills
Research in computer science
Distributed systems
Cryptography
Research leadership
Team building and management
Academic and industry collaboration
Open research standards
Open-source software
Stellar Development Foundation
Nonprofit providing open-source financial access
About Stellar Development Foundation
Stellar Development Foundation focuses on creating an open financial platform that allows users to send, save, and receive money with low fees. The platform uses blockchain technology to ensure that transactions are secure and transparent. Unlike many traditional financial services, Stellar aims to make financial access available to everyone, including individuals and businesses, regardless of their location. The foundation generates revenue through transaction fees and partnerships with financial institutions, which helps support its mission of promoting financial inclusion and reducing barriers to accessing financial services.
Key Metrics
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$2.9MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Fintech, Social Impact, Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees