International Association for Cryptologic Research

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Cryptographic Engineer - Partner Chains
Input-Output Group - remote
Who are we?

IOG, is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain technology globally.

About Partner Chains: IOG’s Partner chains Tribe is an innovation project built using Substrate. It aims to simplify blockchain deployment, operation and interoperability by combining modular technology with proven security, liquidity, and reliability. Partner Chains empowers developers and validators to create optimized blockchains without network or technology stack lock-in, fostering a new era of interoperable and scalable solutions.

As a Cryptographic Engineer you will contribute to the design, implementation, and integration of secure cryptographic protocols across Partner Chain initiatives. This role bridges applied research and engineering, focusing on translating cutting-edge cryptographic designs into robust, production-grade systems. The cryptography engineer will collaborate closely with researchers, protocol designers, software architects, product managers, and QA teams to ensure cryptographic correctness, performance, and system alignment. A strong emphasis is placed on high assurance coding, cryptographic soundness, and practical deployment readiness.

Who you are:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Cryptography, Mathematics, or a closely related field
  • Practical experience in applied cryptographic engineering through industry work, academic research, or open-source contributions
  • Strong proficiency in Rust for systems-level cryptographic development; familiarity with C is a plus
  • Experience designing or implementing protocols involving digital signatures, multi-signatures, commitments, or zero-knowledge proofs
  • Familiarity with blockchain cryptography, consensus mechanisms, or secure distributed systems
  • Contact: Marios Nicolaides
    Last updated: 2025-09-03 posted on 2025-08-27