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Lightning Protocol Engineer - Remote

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Remote Full-time

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Experience

Qualifications

Required Skills:- Strong engineering background with solid programming expertise.- Proficiency in Go is highly desirable; experience with C or C++ is also relevant.- In-depth understanding of distributed systems and peer-to-peer networking principles.- Solid engineering practices, including testing methodologies and documentation.- Familiarity with Bitcoin, cryptography, and/or financial software.- Previous contributions to crypto protocols and open-source collaboration are preferred.- Quick learner with a focus on practical implementation.- Enthusiastic about developing new skills and taking ownership of projects.

About the job

Join our innovative team at Lightning Labs as a Lightning Protocol Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in the advancement of cryptocurrency technology. We are seeking a skilled systems software engineer with expertise in applied cryptography, peer-to-peer networks, distributed systems, open-source software, and cryptocurrency protocols. Your responsibilities will include enhancing lnd and neutrino, conducting groundbreaking cryptocurrency research, contributing to the design of BOLT specifications, and helping to shape the future of smart contract applications on Bitcoin.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for Bitcoin and a commitment to making Bitcoin transactions more affordable, faster, and user-friendly for everyone.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement essential Lightning Network (LN) protocols and algorithms.
- Contribute to critical peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons, primarily using Go.
- Collaborate with the broader team on researching and designing future versions of LN.
- Engage in issue triage and review open-source contributions across our repositories.
- Communicate effectively with the larger community and industry about our software and technology.

About Lightning Labs

Lightning Labs is at the forefront of cryptocurrency innovation, dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions that empower users and enhance the Bitcoin experience. Our team is passionate about developing technologies that make cryptocurrency accessible and efficient for everyone.

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