Protocol Architect

Company Description:

Re2 is a crypto firm dedicated to developing novel restaking technologies. Our current focus is on the development of a cutting-edge restaking protocol that maximizes yield generation while helping to mitigate the inherent risks of restaking. Join our team of passionate experts to drive forward the evolution of decentralized protocols and redefine the future of finance.

Position Overview:

As a Protocol Architect at Re2, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing our restaking protocol. Leveraging your expertise in smart contract development, DeFi, and blockchain infra, you will lead the development of a protocol that optimizes yield generation while minimizing exposure to the risks inherent to restaking.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of Re2's restaking protocol, focusing on maximizing yield generation while mitigating risks inherent in restaking activities.
• Assist in the development of our risk analysis tool suite, collaborating with the backend and risk teams to structure APIs appropriately and supply necessary data.
• Collaborate with the frontend team to ensure the exposure of relevant protocol functionality through user-facing interfaces.
• Work with 3rd party teams to understand their restaking needs, and iterate on protocol design accordingly.
• Make use of simulation tools and modeling frameworks to assess the performance and resilience of the restaking protocol under various scenarios, and iterate on design improvements based on empirical data and feedback.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages commonly used in blockchain development, such as Solidity and Rust, as well as a development framework such as Foundry or Hardhat, and ideally a common interface library such as Web3.js, Ethers.js, or Wagmi.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing blockchain-based protocols, preferably with a focus on DeFi and/or staking/restaking protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically about complex systems and identify creative solutions to optimize performance and mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, presenting technical concepts and risk analysis findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of, and/or experience with, models of economic security and consensus mechanisms for blockchains and related services.
• Experience with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, such as automated market makers (AMMs), decentralized exchanges (DEXs), or lending platforms, and their risk-return profiles.
• Familiarity with blockchain security best practices, cryptographic primitives, and smart contract auditing techniques, with a focus on identifying and mitigating potential attack vectors and vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of game theory, mechanism design, and incentive mechanisms in decentralized systems, and their implications for protocol design and governance.
• Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, or data analysis tools for extracting insights from large datasets and informing decision-making processes.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and token package
• Flexible remote work options
• Generous vacation and paid time off
• Collaborative company culture with significant opportunities for growth and advancement