Core Protocol Engineer

About Ritual Ritual is building a sovereign, execution layer for AI, with our private testnet already live and running. The Ritual chain is the first blockchain custom-built to support AI-native operations, designed from the ground up to enable a new class of applications at the intersection of crypto and AI. Our first product, Infernet, is pioneering new ground as the first solution to enable developers to access AI models both on-chain via smart contracts and off-chain, demonstrating our commitment to bridging these transformative technologies.About the roleWe're seeking a Core Protocol Engineer with deep expertise with Ethereum execution clients to help us extend the EVM for next-generation compute capabilities. You'll work on expanding the execution layer to support novel precompiles, implement parallel execution patterns, and design systems for heterogeneous compute orchestration.Design and implement extensions to EVM clients (Geth/Reth) for supporting stateful precompilesImplement novel mechanism design primitives, collaborating with our research team, into the execution layerDevelop and optimize transaction processing pipelines for heterogeneous workloadsResearch and implement solutions for state access conflictsContribute to core protocol development and EIP implementationsCollaborate with the research team on protocol specifications and mechanism design improvementsDesign and implement robust testing frameworks for execution client modificationsAbout youDeep understanding of EVM internals and Ethereum execution clients (Geth/Reth)Strong experience implementing and optimizing precompilesExpertise in Go and/or Rust for systems programming, and SolidityThorough knowledge of Ethereum's roadmap and active participation in protocol discussionsExperience with parallel execution patterns in blockchain systemsStrong understanding of consensus mechanisms and blockchain architectureAbility to read, understand, and implement EIPs and protocol specificationsProven track record of shipping production-grade blockchain systemsAbility to act quickly under high pressure scenarios and context switch at a high frequencyA high level of end-to-end ownership and self-direction, with excellent communication skillsHungry, high-energy and ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentNice to haveKnowledge of mempool dynamics, transaction ordering and the mev-boost implementationBackground in mechanism design or market systemsDeep knowledge of proof systems and their trade-offs around prover time, verifier time, and proof sizeExperience optimizing proof generation and verification pipelinesExperience with cross-chain bridges or interoperability protocolsContributions to Ethereum client codebasesBackground in distributed systems and concurrent programmingWhy join us Join a passionate group of engineers, researchers, and operators on a mission to build the next generation of AI infrastructure Highly competitive compensation package, including annual discretionary bonus & optimized tax structure compared to the vast majority of web3 startupsTop 1% of benefits across the web3 startup space100% of premiums covered on highest quality healthcare Aggressive company 401k matchFully remote and/or hybrid, up to you!Participate in virtual and in-person eventsMuch much more!Originally posted on Himalayas