Staff Security Engineer, Smart Contracts

Staff Security Engineer, Smart ContractsEigen Labs is building the infrastructure for a more trustworthy internet.EigenCloud changes this by making any digital service verifiable. Built on our EigenLayer protocol, which has attracted billions in economic security, EigenCloud lets developers build applications with mathematical trust guarantees instead of pinky promises.For developers, this means the best of both worlds: Use familiar cloud tools and programming environments while gaining blockchain-level verifiability. No need to rewrite your application in specialized blockchain languages or accept the limitations of smart contract environments.For the world, this unlocks transformative applications:AI systems with economic accountability for their outputsSocial platforms with verifiable, manipulation-resistant algorithmsPrediction markets that can resolve on any real-world eventFinancial services with cryptographic transparencyAny application where trust and correctness matterWe're moving beyond crypto's current focus on digital money to make all digital interactions more trustworthy. With the fastest-growing developer ecosystem in crypto and backing from top-tier investors, we're at the inflection point where verifiable computing goes mainstream.Ready to build the trust layer for the internet? We're looking for builders who want to solve hard problems and create technology that makes the digital world fundamentally more reliable.The RoleAs a Smart Contract Security Engineer, you won’t just audit code—you’ll shape the security model for billions of dollars of restaked ETH and safeguard the trust of an entire ecosystem. You’ll work at the intersection of cutting-edge research, high-stakes engineering, and adversarial thinking, building defenses for a protocol that is redefining how crypto infrastructure is shared and secured. This is a chance to tackle some of the hardest problems in blockchain security, collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers and if you thrive on high impact, high responsibility, and pushing the boundaries of what secure decentralized systems can be, EigenLayer is where you’ll want to be.This is a full-time position that is fully remote or located with the largely Seattle-based team.What You Will DoLead design and security reviews of complex staking, slashing, EigenPods and reward distribution contracts.Build tooling, fuzzers, and formal verification pipelines to identify vulnerabilities before attackers do.Collaborate directly with protocol researchers and core engineers to harden new features from inception.Read, interpret, and refine formal verification specifications, making changes as needed to ensure they reflect protocol intent and capture critical security properties.You will work closely with the product and leadership teams to set the on-chain strategy and roadmaps. This is a unique opportunity to build an entirely new paradigm of permissionless innovation, and create outsized impact on EigenLayer, and the Ethereum community.What You Will BringDeep understanding of blockchain fundamentals, common vulnerabilities, and the EVMExperience with developer tools for smart contract application developers (Hardhat, Foundry)Passion for collaborating with other developers, security auditors, and stakeholders to ensure the quality and security of smart contractsStrong testing skills and experience with testing frameworks for smart contractsExperience with production deployments of non-trivial protocols, and associated security auditsAbility to collaborate with cross-functional and geographically remote teams, partners, and community membersThe target salary range for this role is $220,000 - $260,000 USD. The listed range reflects compensation for candidates located in U.S. Tier 1 markets and may vary depending on your location. In addition to base salary, total compensation may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards.US BenefitsCompetitive salary and non-cash compensation (tokens and equity)World class benefits package (medical/dental/vision)Remote work set up stipendFlexible hours and a supportive remote environmentFlexible time off401(k) retirement plan + company matchMonthly wellness benefitYearly off-sitesPaid parental leaveIf hired outside of the US through an EOR, benefits will be offered based on specific country requirements and EOR offerings.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThere’s one more, very important thing. We are an equal opportunity employer. We search for amazing people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We take care of each other to create an inclusive work environment where we love to come to work every day. We hope you can join us.With EigenLayer, building blockchain infrastructure modules (AVSs) in a permissionless manner is no longer a hypothetical—it's our reality. 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Created: 2025-10-08