Job Overview
Job TitleProtocol Engineer
Job TypeFull Time
Offered Salary$150,000
LocationNew York City Metropolitan Area
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Job Description
About Dragonfly
Dragonfly is a crypto-native Venture Capital and research firm with $4B+ in assets under management and 160+ portfolio companies. Our Talent team supports the recruiting efforts of the companies in our portfolio by connecting them with talented candidates. We have multiple companies actively hiring Protocol Engineers at different levels and in various specializations.About The Role
This posting is to connect you directly with one or more of the companies in our portfolio that are actively hiring Protocol Engineers. Depending on the team, your responsibilities may include:- Designing and shipping new blockchain protocols focused on scalability, security, and decentralization.
- Conducting crypto and protocol research, exploring advanced cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and novel consensus mechanisms.
- Building cross-chain interoperability solutions, enabling seamless communication between different blockchains.
- Improving and upgrading existing protocols, contributing directly to live, high-impact blockchain ecosystems.
- Collaborating on open-source initiatives, working closely with crypto-native communities to push the space forward.
What We’re Looking For
- Deep experience building and deploying blockchain protocols or decentralized systems at scale.
- Strong proficiency in Rust, Go, or other systems-level languages.
- Experience with blockchain architecture, cryptographic primitives, or consensus algorithms.
- Familiarity with smart contract development (CosmWasm, Solidity, or similar frameworks).
- Interest or experience in open-source contributions, blockchain security, or crypto-native research.
Key skills/competency
- Protocol Engineering
- Blockchain Protocols
- Decentralized Systems
- Rust
- Go
- Systems-level Programming
- Blockchain Architecture
- Consensus Algorithms
- Smart Contract Development
- Crypto Research
How to Get Hired at Dragonfly
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with blockchain protocols, Rust/Go, and decentralized systems relevant to the Protocol Engineer role.
- Showcase open-source work: If you have contributions to blockchain projects, prominently feature them in your application.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss blockchain architecture, cryptography, and systems-level programming concepts.
- Express crypto passion: Clearly articulate your interest and experience in the crypto space and decentralized technologies.
- Network strategically: Engage with the crypto community and learn about Dragonfly's portfolio companies.
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