Strong understanding of blockchains (particularly EVM chains) and highly “crypto forward”
4+ years of experience in security engineering, with significant focus on blockchain, distributed systems, or cryptographic infrastructure security
Extensive experience in architecture and threat modeling of security-critical backend crypto systems
Expertise in Application Security and cryptography, including applied knowledge of cryptographic primitives used in blockchain protocols (signing schemes, hash functions, zero-knowledge proofs, MPC)
Familiar with all the fundamentals of onchain activity – blockchain explorers, funds tracing, bridging, DEXs, NFTs, smart contracts
Familiar with recent innovations such as restaking and the various EIPs currently being considered
Ability to provide leadership and mentorship to coworkers
Experience in a highly cross-functional role and/or leading a team
Excellence in clear, direct, and kind communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including the ability to translate complex security risks into actionable guidance for leadership