About The Company

Flashbots started in 2020 as a research and development organization formed to mitigate the negative externalities and existential risks posed by Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) to smart-contract blockchains, starting with Ethereum. We build products to maximally decentralize public blockchains, redistribute MEV, and empower users. We work closely with our community to ensure that our products have a positive impact, are secure, and can be used in production at scale.

Job Short Description

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the PBS design space and the Ethereum L2 ecosystem, along with the unique challenges and features of individual rollups
• Collaborate closely with rollups on the decentralization of their sequencers
• Research, develop, and evaluate L2 PBS designs, MEV-Boost on L2, and L2 MEV auctions
• Explore potential paths toward enshrined PBS in collaboration with Ethereum Foundation, the community, and the broader ecosystem

Qualifications

• Experience with Ethereum consensus, and consensus protocols more broadly
• Familiarity with L2 technologies and platforms, such as Optimistic Rollups and zk-rollups
• A strong background in distributed systems, cryptography, and network protocols
• Familiarity with multiple programming languages, including but not limited to Golang, Rust, and Solidity
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure
• A genuine interest in blockchain consensus designs and the challenges they present
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a remote environment
• Works within Asian, African, or European time zones