About Lightshift: Lightshift is an early-stage fund dedicated to investing and co-building the future of web3. We join forces with the most promising teams to build the open, decentralized future. We see potential where most don't even look and we'll write the first check to realize it. Think of us as a third co-founder, completing core teams, adding a layer of expertise, building alongside projects and providing direction on a path to fast, smart growth. We're in it for the long haul and join projects that will power the future for years and decades to come. We're here to make lasting contributions and be among the last ones standing. ? We're not just investors; we're active builders. Our engineers empower entrepreneurs, and our investment approach centres on Contributions - projects we participate in as developers. Our builder-first approach redefines Venture Capital. We're a network of founders, builders, and experts actively contributing to the community. We're dedicated to open-source web3 tooling, supporting fundamental tools for the web3 evolution. Our team includes engineers, analysts, and blockchain pros. We're active contributors, hosting hackathons and events to inspire and educate. Responsibilities: As a Cosmos Engineer, you will be part of Lightshift's Core Engineering team. You will directly help co-build some of the most promising and impactful projects in the web3 industry, alongside the best founders and core team. Contribute directly to the code base and overall building effort of different projects invested by Lightshift. Analyze projects and their feasibility, focusing on the engineering component. Research bleeding-edge trends, protocols and advancements in the space. Work in tandem with Lightshift's investment team to identify and capture the best opportunities. What we're looking for: Fluency in the Cosmos ecosystem. Understanding of Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT) and Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchains. Solid understanding of Rust (Cosmwasm) and Go. Knowledge or experience with one of more public blockchains. Solid understanding of security best practices, known attack vectors, and pitfalls of blockchain protocols and applications. A strong desire to keep learning and push the boundaries of the blockchain space. Good written and verbal communication skills (English) Extra: Experience with cosmos infrastructure deployment and management History of meaningful contributions to open-source projects. Practical experience in blockchain security and research. What we offer: Fully remote and flexible arrangement. % of Lightshift's performance in addition to regular compensation. Regular offsites around the world to work alongside the team. #J-18808-Ljbffr