# Zero-Knowledge Researcher & Protocol Developer We are looking for a zero-knowledge cryptographer and researcher with prior experience with zk-SNARKs to help implement an innovative solution for private cross-blockchain transactions. As part of the team, you'll be responsible for the design, review, and implementation of a distributed cryptographic protocol that protects user data and valuable assets and allows to make private transfers using zero-knowledge proof technology (without disclosure of the sender, recipient, and value). **Qualifications** * Computer Science Degree (may be ongoing), focus on cryptography would be a plus * Experience implementing zk-SNARK circuits and proof systems * Experience with distributed key generation * Knowledge of cryptographic primitives such as elliptic curves and hash functions * Experience implementing cryptographic systems in languages like Rust * Experience using Circom compliler * Prior experience with blockchain technology and Solidity is a plus * Familiarity with DeFi space is a plus * English - Intermediate+, you will need to read and write documentation, communicate and collaborate in English **Responsibilities** * Perform research and engineering on cryptographic protocols * Working with a dedicated team of engineers on a set of DeFi applications powered by blockchain-based privacy protocols **Benefits** * Be an integral member of a strong engineering team * Opportunity to create the most innovative and exciting products on the crypto market * Highly competitive salary * Attendance opportunities at Ethereum and project-based conferences and events * Culture of learning and growth within the blockchain space * Flexibility and autonomy in a decentralized work environment * This is a full-time position that is 100% remote. Work from anywhere in the world. EU time zone is preferable * Compensation in crypto or fiat --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.zkbob.com/jobs/zero-knowledge-researcher-and-protocol-developer.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.