Senior Research Engineer Cryptography

The protocol design & cryptography research team at Ripple is looking for motivated individuals with an expertise in protocol design, cryptography & distributed ledger technology. This individual will lead impactful projects and build amazing features to improve not only the state-of-art of the XRP ledger, but more broadly the blockchain ecosystem. As one of the foundational members of our research team, this high-impact role gives you a great opportunity to shape the vision for the team & its future.

• Demonstrated interest in blockchain technology, Web3 and low-level protocol development. Understanding of XRP ledger is preferred, but not required
• An open-minded research approach and genuine intellectual curiosity
• Sharp analytical mind with a killer instinct to identify thematic trends in the market
• Ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms to a non-technical audience
• Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
• You thrive on autonomy, responsibility and owning your work, end to end
• A positive attitude and a passion for sharing knowledge within your team, organization and broader community
• At least 2+ years of relevant research & development experience in academic and/or industry settings
• An advanced degree in a technical area (i.e., mathematics, engineering, or computer science). Candidates with a PhD degree are preferred
• You are open to travel

WHAT WE OFFER:

• The chance to work in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact
• Competitive salary and equity
• 100% paid medical and dental and 95% paid vision insurance for employees starting on your first day
• 401k (with match), commuter benefits
• Industry-leading parental leave policies
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite programs
• Flexible vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
• Employee giving match
• Modern office in San Francisco’s Financial District
• Fully-stocked kitchen with organic snacks, beverages, and coffee drinks
• Weekly company meeting - ask me anything >
• Team outings to sports games, happy hours, game nights and more!