Remote Research Engineer - Eclipse

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, thisResearch Engineerwill play a key role in conducting research, designing protocols, and implementing core infrastructure components that power our network.Qualifications3+ years of experience in research and development in the crypto space, with a strong track record of contributions to protocol design and implementationProfessional Rust experienceDeep understanding of decentralized networks, consensus mechanisms, cryptographic primitives, and protocol-level conceptsExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree or PhD with a focus on distributed systems, cryptography, or blockchain technology a plus.ResponsibilitiesConduct research on various aspects of decentralized networks, consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and protocol designDesign and architect novel protocols and algorithms to address scalability, security, and performance challenges in cryptoImplement and optimize protocol-level features and infrastructure components using RustWrite technical whitepapers, research reports, and documentation to communicate research findings and protocol designs.Join the Eclipse team!Eclipse is building the fastest Ethereum Layer 2, powered by the Solana VM. Our general-purpose L2 combines the best of the modular stack without sacrificing UX or fragmenting liquidity. Our team is composed of former Citadel, dYdX, and Uniswap veterans, and we're backed by top investors including Polychain, Tribe Capital, and DBA.Opportunity. We believe blockchains should be fast AND highly usable. You'll do high-impact work to enhance Ethereum's scalability, shaping the future of cryptoFlexibility. We are remotely distributed with a beautiful office space in SF. We collaborate synchronously and asynchronously, across weekly all-hands meetings, Slack messaging, and quarterly in-person meetupsTeam. Our founding team has experience launching and scaling blue-chip projects such as dYdX, Uniswap, and Findora. We're backed by leading funds and leaders including Polychain, Tribe, DBA, Mustafa Al-Bassam, Tarun Chitra, Meltem Demirors, and othersCulture. As an early member of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to help shape our culture. We value intellectual honesty, bias towards action, and believe every member plays a key role in achieving our ambitious goalsCompensation. You'll receive a competitive salary + equity + benefits package.Eclipse Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-04-30