The role

📍Nomos, an ambitious blockchain project with a strong focus on privacy, seeks a highly experienced and dedicated Zero Knowledge (ZK) Proofs Researcher and Developer to join our team. This critical role will focus on enhancing the multi-layered architecture of Nomos by utilizing Zero Knowledge proofs at multiple layers. The successful candidate will play a key role in our ongoing research, systems design, and development efforts.

Key Responsibilities

📍Develop an in-depth understanding of the multi-layered architecture of Nomos and how Zero Knowledge proofs can be effectively utilized at various stages. 📍Collaborate with other researchers and developers to ensure that Nomos's systems and protocols are efficiently designed and implemented. 📍Address and solve upgradeability concerns related to ZK schemes and ensure consensus proofs are ZK-friendly. 📍Design and help implement privacy-centered protocols that require the use of ZK proofs. 📍Evaluate and integrate ZK tools and frameworks to optimize the performance and efficiency of our systems. 📍Stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in the field of Zero Knowledge proofs and blockchain technology. 📍Provide support and guidance to the team on ZK proofs related issues.

You ideally will have

📍A strong technical background, preferably with a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field (PhD-level or equivalent in industry); relevant research experience. 📍Extensive knowledge and experience with Zero Knowledge proofs, cryptography, and blockchain technology. 📍Deep understanding of Zero-Knowledge proof systems (zk-SNARK, circom, Plonk/Halo2, zk-STARK), elliptic curve cryptography, and circuit design. 📍Previous experience in a similar role, where you successfully contributed to the development of complex systems using ZK proofs. 📍Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions quickly. 📍The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively. 📍A passion for the blockchain technology and a desire to push the boundaries of what is currently possible. 📍Knowledge of current ZK tools and frameworks, and the ability to learn new tools quickly.

Bonus if

📍Knowledge of other privacy-preserving technologies (MPC, FHE). 📍Distributed systems knowledge. 📍Knowledge or interest in other areas related to blockchain systems.

Hiring Process

📍The hiring process for this role will be: 📍Interview with our POps team 📍Interview with Team Member 📍Interview with Team Lead 📍Interview with Logos Program lead