About The Role
Our team is actively building a leading cryptography organization in order to solve complex problems involving mathematics, establishing standards and guidelines for safe use of cryptographic code, advancing the state of cryptography both within and outside Aptos. We have open roles for both junior and senior engineers, and for researchers in this space.
What you'll be doing:
- Define cryptography principles and best practices within the Aptos blockchain and ecosystem.
- Establish cryptographic standards by writing Aptos Improvement Protocols (AIPs).
- Evaluate cryptographic libraries for their safety and performance.
- Design, implement, maintain and audit cryptographic schemes, such as signature schemes, authenticated data structures, secret sharing, distributed pseudo-random functions, and zero-knowledge proofs
- Publish research work to top conferences
- Contribute across the Rust Blockchain code stack, the Move framework, and many of the SDKs (e.g., Typescript, Python, Rust)
- Work closely with engineering and partner teams.
What we’re looking for:
- Prior experience in cryptography or security
- Experience programming in Rust, TypeScript (JavaScript), or Python
- Familiarity with smart contracts
- Ability to write technical documentation and specifications
- Fluent in English
The base salary range for this full-time position is $180k - $300k. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and typical maximum target for new hire salaries for the position of a candidate based in the Bay Area at any level. We do hire exceptionally talented professionals with decades of experience in their field. As such, our range may be higher than what is displayed. Our base salary ranges are determined by experience and location, and we hire at all levels for multiple roles. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills demonstrated during the interviews, working experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include equity, tokens, or benefits.
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Software Engineer, Cryptography at Aptos: FAQ
Is the Software Engineer, Cryptography role at Aptos remote?
Yes — Aptos is hiring this Software Engineer, Cryptography as a remote role. You can apply from anywhere unless the listing specifies a region.
What skills are required for the Software Engineer, Cryptography role at Aptos?
This Software Engineer, Cryptography role is associated with the following skills and technologies:
- Remote
- Research
- Security
- Full Time
- Developer
- Engineering
Read the full job description above for the complete list of requirements.
Is the Software Engineer, Cryptography role at Aptos full-time or contract?
Aptos is hiring this Software Engineer, Cryptography as a full time position.
How do I apply for the Software Engineer, Cryptography role at Aptos?
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