Research Engineer# Research EngineerPPlasmaFULL\_TIME •NAJob descriptionPlasma is building a purpose-designed blockchain optimized for stablecoin payments, focusing on performance, predictability, and security for real-world financial use cases. The network is fully EVM-compatible, uses Reth as its execution layer, and runs on a custom high-performance consensus protocol, PlasmaBFT. As a Research Engineer, you will work within a small research group to guide the evolution of Plasma One, the company’s stablecoin-focused neobank.The role centers on translating ambiguous research problems into practical protocol directions, evaluating cryptographic and privacy solutions, producing detailed design specifications, and validating ideas through targeted proofs-of-concept. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and leadership to shape protocol-level decisions that can realistically ship.## Responsibilities* Convert loosely defined research questions into structured plans by clarifying constraints, success metrics, and feasible solution paths.* Evaluate build-versus-buy decisions for cryptography and privacy technologies, including confidential transaction and confidentiality mechanisms.* Produce detailed technical design artefacts such as threat models, protocol sketches, interface boundaries, and rollout considerations.* Develop proofs-of-concept to validate feasibility, performance characteristics, and integration risks where appropriate.* Research hookup improvements across protocol areas including zero-knowledge systems, applied cryptography, networking, block propagation, consensus trade-offs, and latency optimization.* Communicate technical trade-offs clearly across product, research, engineering, and platform teams.* Operate as part of a small, high-leverage research group, prioritizing high-impact investigations and unblocking others through clear guidance.* Maintain high standards of rigor, including security reasoning, adversarial thinking, and practical correctness.## Requirements* Research-oriented engineer capable of taking ideas from conceptual research to practical, implementable designs.* Comfort working with ambiguous problem statements and shaping them into concrete decisions.* Strong understanding of cryptography, protocol design, adversarial models, and performance constraints.* Ability to balance theoretical soundness with product and delivery considerations.* Clear written and verbal communication skills for producing executable design documentation.* Experience collaborating closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, including reporting into a CTO role.## Compensation & Benefits* Above-market salary with token-based compensation.* Comprehensive insurance coverage for employees and their families.* Monthly wellness stipends.* Visa sponsorship and relocation support.* London-based office with gym access and daily lunches.* Generous annual software and hardware allowances.* Flexible time-off policy. **Curated by** **– A Discussion-First Platform for Blockchain Jobs & Web3 Careers** This listing comes directly from an official protocol/company career page — no noise, no reposting. Browse additional verified Web3 roles at #J-18808-Ljbffr