Job Description
As a Blockchain Core Protocol Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the foundational infrastructure of our blockchain platform. This position focuses on the development and maintenance of the World Engine, our core blockchain execution layer, which powers the seamless interaction between blockchain technology and gaming ecosystems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our blockchain solutions align with both technical and business objectives, delivering robust, scalable, and secure systems for our games and players.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of the World Engine, ensuring it meets the performance, reliability, and scalability requirements of high-throughput blockchain applications.
- Collaborate with game designers and software engineers to translate game-specific needs into blockchain protocol specifications, optimizing user experience and system efficiency.
- Implement and refine consensus mechanisms, smart contract frameworks, and data structures to enhance the security and interoperability of our blockchain infrastructure.
- Conduct performance benchmarking, identify bottlenecks, and execute optimization strategies to ensure the platform can handle large-scale transactions and user growth.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for blockchain protocols, ensuring clarity for developers, stakeholders, and end-users.
- Participate in code reviews, debugging sessions, and system testing to maintain code quality and resolve technical challenges.
- Stay updated on emerging blockchain technologies and industry trends, proposing innovative solutions to improve our infrastructure.
Job Requirements
- Proven expertise in blockchain protocol development, with a deep understanding of execution layers, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic principles.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Go, Rust, or Solidity, with experience in building decentralized applications (DApps).
- Hands-on experience with blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Hyperledger, or custom solutions, including knowledge of state management and transaction validation.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues and optimize system performance under high load conditions.
- Ability to work in an agile development environment, collaborating with designers, engineers, and product teams to deliver iterative improvements.
- Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient deployment and maintenance of blockchain infrastructure.
- Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and document protocols for clarity and compliance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on distributed systems and cryptography.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in blockchain development, preferably with a background in core protocol engineering or similar roles.
- Knowledge of blockchain scalability solutions (e.g., sharding, layer-2 protocols) and experience with high-performance computing environments.
- Preferred certifications such as Certified Blockchain Developer (CBD) or experience with blockchain research and academic publications.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to design and implement secure, efficient, and future-proof blockchain systems.
- Excellent teamwork and leadership skills, with a proven track record of contributing to collaborative projects in fast-paced environments.
- Fluency in English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both technical and business contexts.
