Senior Software Engineer, Space and Time
Zero-Knowledge Proof
$125.5-172.2k
Decentralized data warehouse
Job no longer available
Decentralized data warehouse
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
$125.5-172.2k
21-100 employees
Company mission
Space and Time are on a mission to decentralize data.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in math, computer science, computer engineering, or related technical field. Masters or PhD is a plus
- Minimum 6+ years software engineering experience. Experience with applied cryptography is a bonus
- Experience with the design of zero-knowledge proofs and SNARKS
- Experience programming with Rust a plus
- Rock solid engineering fundamentals; algorithm development/design, high-performance distributed computing
- Rock solid cryptography fundamentals; hashing, elliptic curves/pairings, field/group theory, etc
- Nice to have: High-level understanding of distributed computing, database cluster fundamentals (such as Apache Spark, Snowflake, etc)
- Nice to have: Passionate about Web3, blockchain, and decentralization
- Nice to have: familiarity with how zero-knowledge proofs, SNARKs, and other arguments work (e.g. PLONK, bulletproofs, KZG, etc.)
What the job involves
- As a Senior Software Engineer on our SQL Proof Engineering team you will be joining highly skilled engineers, cryptographers, mathematicians, and tech leads responsible for developing high-performance in-database mechanisms to verify that the SQL results returned to a client are tamperproof and cryptographically guaranteed
- You will be at the forefront of developing a novel Proof of SQL mechanism, akin to a specialized zero-knowledge proof/SNARK, that enables the secure loading of outsourced SQL job results into smart contracts via a decentralized oracle network, while minimizing potential attack surfaces
- Collaborate with a highly skilled team to design and develop a Proof of SQL mechanism based on zero-knowledge proof principles and SNARKS
- Architect and implement high-performance in-database mechanisms to ensure tamperproof and cryptographically guaranteed SQL results
- Research and explore innovative cryptographic algorithms and techniques to enhance the security of efficiency of the Proof of SQL mechanism
- Ensure the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of the developed mechanisms through thorough testing and optimization
- Codifying the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of the developed mechanisms through thorough testing and optimization
- Working with engineering leadership to define, prioritize, and ensure smooth deployments with other operational components
Our take
Decentralized applications still largely rely on centralized databases, which can affect the quality of their data. Space and Time solves this problem by providing developers with a decentralized data warehouse.
Space and Time began as part of the Chainlink Labs Program, an app accelerator for Web3 startups. Compared to centralized storage solutions, Space and Time offers increased ownership and security. This has proven to be an attractive proposition, with the company raising $30 million in funding in 2022.
Space and Time is well positioned to benefit from the growing need for Web3 infrastructure. Its simple and effective storage solution is sure to draw a strong user base in the coming years.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Aug 2024
$20m
SERIES A
Sep 2022
$20m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $50m
Company benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Fully Remote
- Inclusive, Career Fostering
- Flexible Hours
- Health Benefits
- Deep in Blockchain
Company HQ
Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach, CA
Leadership
Nate Holiday
(CEO)Previously worked as Senior Vice President of Sales at Alegeus, and as Senior Vice President at Vista Equity Partners. Is currently a GTM Advisor at Bain.
Scott Dykstra
(CTO)Was VP of Global Cloud Programs at Teradata. Is a Strategic Advisor at Sotero.
Jay White
(Head of Research)Currently Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics at Dordt University.
Craig Holiday
(CFO)Previously served as CFO of 3IC America, Eleutian Technology and CHA Properties, Inc.
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