Matter Labs · 3 weeks ago
Protocol Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMatter Labs is dedicated to advancing freedom through the mass adoption of crypto by building ZKsync, a verifiable blockchain network. The Protocol Engineering team is responsible for the design, implementation, and evolution of the ZKsync protocol, focusing on both L1 and L2 components.
BlockchainEthereumInternetSoftware
Responsibilities
Design and implement the ZKsync smart contract platform (zk-friendly VM)
Develop system contracts (Solidity, Yul) and server-side components for L1 and L2
Conduct independent research, design, prototype, and document solutions
Shape the protocol roadmap in collaboration with internal teams and external partners
Contribute to cross-functional discussions, ensuring secure and scalable protocol evolution
Qualification
Required
3–10 years in protocol, blockchain, or systems engineering depending on level
Hands-on experience with Solidity or Vyper
Strong understanding of blockchain/EVM protocols
Proficiency in strongly typed languages (C++, Scala, Go); Rust experience a plus
Knowledge of Merkle Trees and related data structures
In-depth knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity
Experience implementing data structures and algorithms from scratch
Fluent written and spoken English
Ownership mindset with proven track record of delivering projects
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Passionate, curious, and motivated to make meaningful contributions
Preferred
Familiarity with Yul, Cast tools, Foundry etc is a strong plus
Understanding of cryptography, high-load systems, or protocol design a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation, equity, and token package
Premium health, dental, and vision coverage
16 weeks paid parental leave
Flexible paid time off plus company‑wide closure weeks
$2 000 equipment stipend & $300 monthly co‑working allowance
Company
Matter Labs
Matter Labs is scaling Ethereum with zero-knowledge proofs to accelerate public blockchain adoption.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$308MKey Investors
SygnumAndreessen HorowitzUnion Square Ventures
2024-03-19Initial Coin Offering· $50M
2022-11-16Series C· $200M
2021-11-08Series B· $50M
Leadership Team
Ankur R.
Chief Financial Officer
Zoé Gadsden
Chief Operating Officer
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