Cryptographic Development Associate Student
Perun is an off-chain blockchain framework for real-time payments, cross-chain interoperability, and scalable private transactions. It offers SDK and node software plus integration support for blockchain solutions, including AI-agent, IoT, and micropayment use cases.
Maintainer signals as of 8/10/2026
Projects
About Perun
Perun develops an off-chain framework based on state-channel technology. Its products include a Go SDK for custom state-channel integrations and a multi-user Perun Node for deployments such as IoT environments. The framework supports instant, low-cost, energy-efficient transactions, cross-chain functionality, offline NFC and Bluetooth payments, private transaction data, and cross-chain swaps. Perun also provides secure off-chain solution development and deployment support for businesses.
Skills
About the Role
You will develop and improve cryptographic protocols and security solutions for blockchain applications. You will learn to implement and extend open-source frameworks such as go-perun using Go or Rust, collaborate closely with researchers and developers, and optimize scalability, performance, and usability. You will continuously study advances in cryptography and Self Sovereign Identity and contribute to projects with industry partners.
Requirements
- Completed coursework in computer science
- Experience with Go or Rust
- Knowledge of cryptography and blockchain technology
- Interest in coding cryptographic protocols and blockchain applications
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and eager to learn
- Interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Develop cryptographic protocols and security solutions
- Learn and implement open-source frameworks such as go-perun
- Contribute to threshold cryptography development
- Collaborate with researchers and other developers
- Improve scalability, performance, and usability of cryptographic systems
- Continuously learn about cryptography and Self Sovereign Identity
- Work on projects with industry partners and blockchain ecosystems
Benefits
- 10–20 hours per week
- Flexible working hours
- Office in Campus Stadtmitte
- Home office possibility
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Drinks in the office
