Lightning Protocol Engineer (Remote)

The role

This person will design and implement core Lightning Network protocols and algorithms. They will work on peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons, conduct cryptocurrency research, and contribute to BOLT specifications.

What you will do

• Design and implement core Lightning Network (LN) protocols and algorithms
• Contribute to mission critical peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons written in Go
• Collaborate with the greater team on the research and design of future iterations of LN
• Participate in issue triage and code review of open source contributions to our various repos
• Communicate with the wider community and industry about our software and technology

Required qualifications

• Strong engineering background with solid programming skills
• Thorough understanding of the principles of distributed systems and peer-to-peer networking
• Solid engineering practices and processes, such as testing methodology and documentation
• Experience with Bitcoin, cryptography, and/or financial software
• Quick learner, geared towards implementation
• Eager to develop new skills and willing to take ownership of projects

Nice to have

• Experience in Go desired, C or C++ relevant as well
• Prior contributions to crypto protocols and open source software collaboration preferred

About the company

lightning