Protocol Researcher
Tané is a crypto-focused investment research firm that invests in and supports decentralized networks. It provides capital alongside research, validator operations, DAO governance, and support for entering the Japanese market.
Maintainer signals as of 8/11/2026
About Tané
Tané is a crypto-focused investment research firm based in Dubai, New York, and Tokyo. The firm invests in decentralized networks it believes can drive paradigm shifts, and supports them beyond capital deployment through investment research, validator operations, DAO governance, and facilitating market entry into Japan.
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Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will track and research trends in Ethereum development, including MEV, PBS, block builders, relays, and sequencers. You will review and co-author EIPs, participate in Ethereum R&D calls, and analyze discussions from the Ethereum Foundation and major protocols. You will research and evaluate cryptographic technologies centered on zk (zkVM, zkEVM, zk rollup), assess products applying these technologies, and understand their business implications.
Requirements
- PhD in decentralized systems, cryptographic technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience and achievements
- Over 3 years of experience as a researcher in the blockchain field or decentralized systems technology, including writing academic papers
- Alignment with Tané's vision and philosophy
- Native-level English
Responsibilities
- Track and research Ethereum developments
- Review EIPs
- Participate in Ethereum R&D calls
- Co-author EIPs
- Research MEV and related technologies such as MEV-Boost and SUAVE
- Research trends in PBS, block builders, relays, sequencers, and preconfirmation
- Analyze discussions at the Ethereum Foundation and key protocols such as Uniswap, Lido, and EigenLayer
- Track the evolution of cryptographic technologies centered around zk
- Evaluate products and functionalities applying zk technologies such as zkVM, zkEVM, and zk rollup
- Assess business and ecosystem changes resulting from new cryptographic technologies
Benefits
- Complete social insurance
- Incentive system (negotiable)
- Participation in conferences worldwide (America, Europe, Asia)
- Complete two-day weekends and public holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Open to discussing future visa sponsorships
