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Lightning Protocol Engineer (Remote)

Lightning Labs· Engineering
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RemoteFull-timePosted 11mo ago

About the role

Experienced systems software engineer focused on applied cryptography, peer-to-peer networks, distributed systems, open source software, and cryptocurrency protocols. Works on lnd and neutrino, conducts cryptocurrency research, helps design BOLT specifications, and enables next-gen smart contract applications on Bitcoin.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement core Lightning Network (LN) protocols and algorithms
  • Contribute to mission critical peer-to-peer cryptocurrency daemons written in Go
  • Collaborate with the greater team on the research and design of future iterations of LN
  • Participate in issue triage and code review of open source contributions to our various repos
  • Communicate with the wider community and industry about our software and technology

Qualifications

  • Strong engineering background with solid programming skills
  • Experience in Go desired, C or C++ relevant as well
  • Thorough understanding of the principles of distributed systems and peer-to-peer networking
  • Solid engineering practices and processes, such as testing methodology and documentation
  • Experience with Bitcoin, cryptography, and/or financial software
  • Prior contributions to crypto protocols and open source software collaboration preferred
  • Quick learner, geared towards implementation
  • Eager to develop new skills and willing to take ownership of projects

Skills

Required:Go programmingDistributed systemsBitcoin/cryptography
Nice to have:C or C++
Last updated Sep 17, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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