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Protocol Lead @ Twine
- Design & Architect Protocols Lead and shape Twine’s core protocol with an emphasis on ZK and distributed technologies. Ensure that modularity, scalability, and security remain cornerstones of our architecture.
- ZK & L2 Leadership Research, prototype, and pioneer the integration of advanced zero-knowledge techniques (e.g., GKR, PCD and others) and next-gen rollup architectures into Twine’s multi-chain platform.
- Hands-On Rust Development Develop high-performance Rust code for cryptographic proof generation, verification, and protocol logic—emphasizing concurrency, memory safety, and optimized cryptographic operations.
- Distributed Protocols & Cryptography Spearhead the development and refinement of distributed protocols, ensuring fault-tolerant design that can scale across multiple chains and adversarial conditions.
- Mentorship & Collaboration Drive technical excellence by mentoring engineers and cryptographers, conducting thorough code reviews, and standardizing best practices for testing and security.
- Security & Audits Define security best practices, coordinate formal audits, and manage vulnerability assessments for core protocol components.
- Expert Rust Skills Demonstrable command of Rust for systems programming, particularly in performance-critical cryptographic routines and distributed systems.
- ZK Cryptography Experience Hands-on experience with zero-knowledge protocols and familiarity with foundational and advanced concepts.
- Distributed Protocols Knowledge Proven experience designing and deploying distributed protocols, consensus mechanisms, or P2P networks in production environments.
- Systems & Architecture Strong background in architecting resilient, scalable systems and writing high-quality code for mission-critical applications.
- Leadership & Communication Adept at leading technical discussions, explaining cryptographic and distributed systems concepts to diverse audiences, and collaborating across a global team.
- Security Mindset Deep understanding of secure coding practices, formal verification methodologies, and protocol design principles.
- Adaptability & Autonomy Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, taking initiative, and delivering impactful results.
- High-Impact Role Help define the future of cross-chain L2 solutions, combining groundbreaking cryptographic research and real-world use cases.
- Cutting-Edge Tech Work at the forefront of ZK innovation and shape the multi-chain infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s decentralized applications.
- Remote-First Culture Join a distributed team with the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.
- Tier 1 Backing Benefit from access to top-tier investors, advisors, and prominent Web3 figures who support our mission and growth.
- Collaborative Environment Engage in a mission-driven team that values curiosity, creativity, and teamwork—where your contributions directly drive innovation.
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Rust and Nim Engineer (ACZ) @ Institute Of Free Technology
- Implement network components with a focus on P2P protocols.
- Implement components beyond the network scope.
- Ensure network security and privacy measures are effectively integrated.
- Analyse technical specifications to understand requirements and constraints.
- Provide constructive feedback on specifications to enhance clarity and effectiveness.
- Deconstruct complex network issues to identify root causes.
- Prioritise problems and determine which can be deferred for future resolution.
- Monitor network performance metrics to assess component efficiency.
- Conduct troubleshooting and debugging to resolve issues promptly.
- Review pull requests from team members for quality and adherence to standards.
- Provide actionable feedback to foster team development and improve code quality.
- Very strong engineering background
- Very strong Rust skills and willingness to learn and work with Nim
- Keen communicator
- Experience with implementing network components
- Experience in, and passion for, blockchain technology
- A strong alignment to our principles
- Experience with Nim
- Experience with Solidity
- Experience in implementing components of zero-knowledge argument systems and related technologies (zk-SNARK, circom, Nova, Plonk/Halo2, zk-STARK)
- Understanding of zero-knowledge argument systems and related technologies (zk-SNARK, circom, Nova, Plonk/Halo2, zk-STARK), elliptic curve cryptography, and circuit design
- Experience with Open Source software
- Interview with our POps team
- Interview with team member from the Vac team
- Pair programming task with the Vac team
- Interview with Vac team lead
Twine is hiring a Protocol Lead 
Who We Are
Twine is building a next-generation multi-chain ZK Layer 2 (L2) platform focused on advanced cross-chain interoperability. Our team comprises globally distributed cryptographers, engineers, and blockchain enthusiasts driven by the mission to unlock trust-minimized transactions across different Layer 1 (L1) networks. We’ve secured backing from top VCs and prominent figures in the Web3 space, including Founders of Solana, Celestia, LayerZero, Sei, Nebra, Espresso, Gitcoin and prominent VCs (1kx, Robot Ventures) ensuring a strong foundation and network for our ambitious roadmap.
What We’re Doing
Our goal is to enable secure, scalable, and synchronous cross-chain transactions by leveraging ZK proof systems, sophisticated proof aggregation techniques, and distributed protocols. Twine aggregates security from multiple L1s without relying on traditional bridging or wrapped assets—offering developers a unified platform for building decentralized applications that interact across multiple blockchains seamlessly. We integrate cutting-edge proving systems like GKR along with top performing general purpose ZK VMs (SP1 ZKVM from Succinct, Risc0) and other modern cryptographic frameworks to scale and secure multi-chain interactions.
What You’ll Do
⠀ What We’re Looking For
⠀ Why Twine
⠀ If this resonates with you and you’re excited about shaping the future of ZK-powered, trust-minimized cross-chain solutions, we want to hear from you.
Apply with email
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Institute Of Free Technology is hiring a Rust and Nim Engineer (ACZ)
Who we are
Vac builds public good protocols for the decentralised web.
We do applied research based on which we build protocols, libraries and publications.
This role is within the Vac ACZ (Applied Cryptography & ZK) unit, which supports various Logos projects.
The role
We are seeking a skilled network engineer to implement and enhance our network components, with a strong emphasis on peer-to-peer (P2P) protocols and robust security measures.
You will analyse technical specifications to grasp requirements and constraints, offering constructive feedback to improve clarity and effectiveness.
Key responsibilities
You ideally will have
Bonus points if
[Don’t worry if you don’t meet all of these criteria, we’d still love to hear from you anyway if you think you’d be a great fit for this role. Just explain to us why in your cover letter].
Hiring process
The hiring process for this role will be:
The steps may change along the way if we see it makes sense to adapt the interview stages, so please consider the above as a guideline.
Compensation
The expected compensation range for this role is negotiable, dependent on how we assess your skills and experience throughout our interview process. We are happy to pay in any mix of fiat/crypto.
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