Cryptography Engineer (Research)

Join Irreducible, a pioneering high-performance cryptography startup revolutionizing the blockchain space through advanced ZK-SNARK technology. As a Research Engineer on the Cryptography team, you'll work on Binius, our innovative binary field proof system, contributing to both core development and practical applications. The role combines cutting-edge cryptography research with hands-on engineering, focusing on implementing efficient algorithms and improving system architecture.

The company is building a high-performance, cost-efficient compute stack for advanced cryptographic proofs, specifically designed for zk-SNARKs. Their unique approach involves co-designing hardware and software systems, utilizing FPGA accelerators with custom digital logic. The team has developed Binius, a novel cryptographic construction based on towers of binary fields, which is being evolved into a production-grade system.

Working between USA East Coast and Central Europe time zones, you'll be part of a globally distributed team with regular quarterly meetups in Berlin. The position offers the opportunity to work with cross-domain experts, including hardware designers, systems engineers, and cryptography specialists, many with HFT backgrounds.

This role is perfect for someone who combines strong software engineering skills with deep cryptographic knowledge, offering the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research while building practical solutions for web3 networks. The company values diversity and encourages applications even if candidates don't meet 100% of the qualifications.