5h ago
Staff Protocol Engineer
Denmark
โจ $200k-$250k / yearest.
full-timelead Remote
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll lead the design and implementation of next-generation blockchain protocol improvements and contribute to the long-term scalability of distributed systems infrastructure. You will drive innovations in throughput optimization, transaction execution, and low-latency network performance for a globally adopted blockchain ecosystem. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced initiatives such as proposer-builder separation and MEV mitigation.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Design and deliver scalability solutions like throughput optimization
- Lead protocol initiatives for PBS, MEV mitigation, transaction ordering
- Develop parallelized transaction execution models in EVM-based environments
- Build and optimize core blockchain infrastructure components
๐ Requirements
- 7+ years in backend, distributed systems, or protocol engineering
- Strong proficiency in Golang and building large-scale distributed systems
- Hands-on experience with Ethereum clients like Geth
- Proven track record of architecting high-performance production systems
โจ Nice to Have
- Familiarity with MEV, PBS, parallel execution models
- Open-source blockchain contributions
- Protocol-level engineering experience
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ Remote-first global work environment
- ๐ฐ Competitive compensation aligned with industry
- ๐ป Home office setup allowance
- ๐ค AI tooling allowance to support productivity
- ๐ง Mental health and family support programs
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3System Design Interviewยท 60 min
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