J

Senior Protocol Engineer

Jobgether • Ireland
Full Remote
Apply Now
AI Summary

Senior Protocol Engineer to develop and scale Bitcoin-secured Layer 2 blockchain infrastructure. Design, build, and maintain core protocol components including sequencing, consensus, block derivation, bridges, and proof systems. Requires 5+ years software engineering with 2+ years in blockchain protocol development using Go, Rust, or Java.

Key Highlights
Bitcoin-secured Layer 2 blockchain infrastructure development
Core protocol components: sequencing, consensus, block derivation, bridges, proof systems
5+ years software engineering with 2+ years blockchain protocol experience
Remote-first international team
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, maintain, and optimize core blockchain protocol components including execution and consensus clients, sequencers, block derivation mechanisms, and batch submission processes
Contribute to the architecture and implementation of Layer 2 rollup infrastructure
Develop and maintain bridge and proof system components
Work within large open-source codebases and implement production-ready changes
Participate in technical design discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews
Design and execute comprehensive testing strategies including unit, integration, and adversarial testing
Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in blockchain networks
Build, deploy, and operate protocol releases on public blockchain networks
Collaborate with Product, DevOps, and Security teams
Take ownership of technical initiatives from definition through deployment and maintenance
Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity

Interested in remote work opportunities in Development & Programming? Discover Development & Programming Remote Jobs featuring exclusive positions from top companies that offer flexible work arrangements.

Technical Skills Required
Blockchain Protocol Development Go Rust
Benefits & Perks
International collaboration with globally distributed team
Professional growth through challenging engineering projects
Meaningful impact on Bitcoin-secured Layer 2 technology

Browse our curated collection of remote jobs across all categories and industries, featuring positions from top companies worldwide.

Nice to Have
Hands-on experience with Ethereum Layer 2 rollups including optimistic or ZK architectures
Open-source contributions to blockchain clients or rollup technology stacks
Familiarity with fault-proof systems, validity proofs, and blockchain state verification
Knowledge of Bitcoin architecture

Job Description

About the Role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Protocol Engineer based in Ireland.

Want the full job description? Read the complete details on LinkedIn, the original posting.
Continue on LinkedIn

This is a short excerpt. All rights to the full description belong to its original publisher.

Ready to apply?

Apply Now
See Jaabz jobs first on Google 1 tap · free · in AI Overviews Jaabz is on your Google Manage Preferred Sources
Job Overview
Posted Nov 11, 2026
Employment Full-time
Experience Mid-Senior level
Location Ireland
Category Programming
Company Jobgether
Keep exploring

Similar Jobs

Explore other opportunities that match your interests

Hidden company

Log in to see location

Premium

Senior Platform Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure & DataOps)

Log in free to see the details

Remote Work Guides

Practical guides for finding and thriving in remote roles.

Browse all articles

Subscribe to our newsletter

New visa sponsorship, relocation and remote tech jobs, delivered to your inbox.