Senior Protocol Engineer

Responsibilities

• ▹Optimize and functionally expand high-use modules (x/auth, x/authz, x/feegrant)
• ▹Build custom cross-chain integrations with IBC or non-IBC blockchains
• ▹Integrate protocol-level ZK proving systems for consumer dapp integration
• ▹Expand testing automation and internal development tooling
• ▹Coordinate and collaborate with leading web2 and web3 teams
• ▹Research and evaluate cutting-edge protocol concepts to sustain the platform's technology

Requirements

• ▹8+ years of software development experience
• ▹5+ years of blockchain or similar distributed systems design/development experience
• ▹3+ years of Cosmos SDK development experience
• ▹3+ years of Golang experience
• ▹IBC protocol/app design experience

Nice to have

• ▹3+ years of Rust experience
• ▹3+ years of TypeScript experience
• ▹Familiarity with Hyperlane warp routes

Soft skills

About the company

Burnt Labs builds the XION blockchain platform, removing blockchain and crypto complexity from user-friendly applications; they work with brands such as Uber, Amazon, North Face, Temu, Lego and BMW, with investors including Multicoin, Circle Ventures and Animoca.