Founded in 2015, IOHK is one of the world’s pre-eminent blockchain research and engineering companies, best known for the Cardano blockchain platform We are a fully decentralized, remote-working organization committed to the highest principles of academic rigour and evidence-based software development. The company builds high-assurance blockchain products for public and private sector clients. Our goal is simple – to fuel our drive to be best in class by giving you the opportunity, resources and support to deliver your finest work to date. You’ll work with some exceptionally talented and friendly individuals who are always open to new ideas and ways of working. IOHK is an advocate of decentralized remote working, with over 300 people working in more than 50 countries. Everyone has a different skill set, a different culture, and is at a different stage in their life. We aim to make collaboration between diverse people fun, exciting, and always rewarding. Many companies say they ‘think outside the box’ – for IOHK it’s more, ‘we think outside the geography’.

Job description

Summary

We are looking for a talented Prototype Engineer, to join our innovation team and help shape the future of IOG products and technology.

As a prototype engineer, you will be looking at developing prototype, model, simulators, at the edge between engineering and research. You will work closely with various stakeholders (architect, cryptographer, researcher, engineer) to help and shape innovation projects.

Duties

Design & develop systems from just ideas on paper.
Present options and solutions at team and project meetings
Ongoing communication reflecting your project status on a periodic basis

Requirements

Key Competencies

Proficiency in various programming languages and functional paradigms
Knowledge of the rust programming language
Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and concurrency
Knowledge of blockchain technology and its core concepts, such as consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and smart contracts
Self motivating and self learner

Experience

At least 3 years of experience in software development
Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures
Experience with blockchain technology is necessary
Experience in remote work and collaboration across different time zones.
Experience in prototyping and developing ideas

Benefits

Remote work
Laptop reimbursement
New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
Learning & Development opportunities
Competitive PTO

At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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