Research Engineer

Plasma(1 month ago)

London, United KingdomOnsiteFull TimeSenior$129,351 - $174,811 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

A Research Engineer at Plasma focuses on optimizing the Plasma One blockchain infrastructure for stablecoin-focused applications. The role involves transforming ambiguous problems into actionable plans, evaluating cryptographic solutions, producing detailed design specifications, and conducting research on various protocol concerns. The engineer collaborates closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, ensuring that technical trade-offs are clearly communicated and that outputs meet high standards of rigor and practicality for implementation.

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Required Skills

Problem Solving
Cryptography
Research
Design Specifications
Communication Skills
Collaboration
Practical Implementation
Technical Documentation
Performance Analysis
Protocol Development

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About Plasma

www.plasma.to

Plasma is a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain specifically designed for stablecoin transactions, particularly USD₮, facilitating instant, fee-free payments with institutional-grade security. Its robust infrastructure allows for more than 1000 transactions per second and block times under one second, promoting efficiency in a global financial ecosystem. With a focus on supporting over 25 stablecoins, Plasma leverages its technology to drive mainstream adoption of digital currencies worldwide. The platform's capabilities position it as a key player in enhancing the functionality of stablecoins in both consumer and corporate applications.