Blockchain Security Researcher - Future Openings

- Worldwide
Remote

TLDR

Review and secure top decentralized applications by conducting thorough security audits and open-ended research in cutting edge blockchain technologies.

About us

Founded in 2015 with the mission to protect the open economy, OpenZeppelin is the world leader in securing blockchain applications and smart contracts.

Our Open-Source Contract Libraries are a public good that have facilitated the transfer of over $35 trillion and are considered the industry standard for smart contract development.

Our professional expertise integrates seamlessly into clients’ development lifecycles, enabling teams to plan, code, audit, deploy, and operate projects more quickly and securely.

Please note: Always refer to OpenZeppelin's official job page for the most accurate information about our open roles, as we have seen multiple third party job sites posting inaccurate information.

Note: This posting is for future positions. Please apply if you’d like to be contacted once the role is officially available.

What you'll be doing

  • Review smart contracts for the top decentralized applications before they get launched and present findings and vulnerabilities that the protocol can have to the client.

  • Team up with one or two auditors and review code line by line and try to hack it.

  • Working on proposals to make code easier to understand and use in the future by sharing good practices

  • Conduct open-ended research around cutting edge blockchain technologies.

  • Paid time to conduct research and contribute to OpenZeppelin’s projects and knowledge

You have

  • Hands-on and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: software development, cyber security, mathematics.

  • Experience with public Ethereum or other EVM-based blockchains.

  • Knowledge in the Solidity programming language.

  • Intellectual curiosity and the capability to learn complex topics

  • Above-average attention to detail skills.

  • The ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.

  • An advanced English level and great communication skills (oral and written).

  • Passion about the blockchain space and decentralization.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a distributed team.

Nice to have

  • Experience in Back-end programming using JavaScript, Python, Golang or Rust

  • Experience performing code reviews.

  • Experience in financial engineering and/or capital markets microstructure

Note

If you don't meet all of the listed requirements, but think you're a good fit for the position, please apply so we can review.

Logistics

Our interview process takes place on Zoom and tends to consist of the following stages:

  • Recruiter call (30 minutes)

  • Manager interview (60 minutes)

  • Technical interview (60 minutes)

  • Paid work trial (code review)

  • Reference checks

Please let us know if you require any accommodations for the interview process, and we’ll do our best to provide assistance.

Benefits

  • Company in-person gatherings in different locations around the world 😎
  • Fully remote work 🌎
  • Flexible time off 🏝
  • Paid parental leave 💙
  • One time work-from-home equipment stipend of up to $500 USD 🪑
  • Medical insurance coverage 🏥
  • Learning & Development opportunities 🧠
  • Work with a global team in a fast-growing industry 🚀

At OpenZeppelin, we are an equal opportunity employer and we value different perspectives. We are committed to building a diverse workforce. This includes but is not limited to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin and other characteristics that make each one of us unique. In this uniqueness, we find the most value. Come join us!

Use of AI as part of the recruiting process

As part of OpenZeppelin’s recruitment process, we may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in reviewing applications and assessing candidate qualifications. These tools are used to support our People team by identifying relevant skills and experience, and are not used to make decisions solely by automated means. All hiring decisions involve human review. Any personal data provided as part of your application will be processed in accordance with OpenZeppelin’s Data Privacy Notice.

If you have questions about this recruitment process or would like to request human review of your application, please contact us at [email protected].

Benefits

Health Insurance

Medical insurance coverage 🏥

Home Office Stipend

One time work-from-home equipment stipend of up to $500 USD 🪑

Work with a global team

Work with a global team in a fast-growing industry 🚀

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Flexible time off 🏝

Remote-Friendly

Fully remote work 🌎

OpenZeppelin specializes in securing blockchain applications and smart contracts through comprehensive auditing and security solutions. Targeting developers and teams in the Web3 ecosystem, their open-source contract libraries set the industry standard, ensuring secure and efficient development. With expertise integrated into the development lifecycle, they help clients navigate the complexities of building and maintaining secure blockchain projects.

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