Senior Staff/Staff Cryptography Engineer

OKX is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange offering a wide range of trading services, including spot and derivatives trading, as well as Web3 solutions.

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C/O APPLEBY GLOBAL SERVICES (SEYCHELLES) LIMITED, Suite 202, 2nd Floor, Eden Plaza, Eden Island, PO Box 1352, Mahe, Victoria, Seychelles, Seychelles

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About OKX

OKX is a global cryptocurrency exchange known for its trading services and financial products. The platform offers a wide range of features, including spot and derivatives trading, staking services, and a user-friendly interface suitable for both beginners and experienced traders.

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About the Role

Design and implement post-quantum cryptography algorithms, develop cryptography libraries for MPC wallets and Web3 security products, research Web3 cryptography technologies, conduct security audits, and define cryptography standards and security requirements.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or above in Cryptography, Mathematics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Strong theoretical foundation in cryptography
  • Knowledge of public-key cryptosystems
  • Knowledge of symmetric and asymmetric cryptography
  • Knowledge of lattice theory fundamentals
  • Knowledge of security protocol design
  • Knowledge of blockchain cryptography applications
  • Research experience in post-quantum cryptography
  • Familiarity with lattice-based cryptography and hash-based signatures
  • Knowledge of NIST PQC algorithms including Kyber, Dilithium, and SPHINCS+
  • Research experience in secure multi-party computation
  • Familiarity with threshold signatures and secret sharing protocols
  • Research background in zero-knowledge proofs or homomorphic encryption
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, Go, or Java

Responsibilities

  • Design and assess post-quantum cryptography migration paths
  • Implement post-quantum cryptography algorithms in signature and key management systems
  • Develop cryptography libraries for MPC wallets and Web3 security products
  • Research Web3 cryptography technologies
  • Produce technology selection reports and technical documentation
  • Conduct security audits of wallet-layer signature code
  • Audit cryptographic protocol implementations
  • Define cryptography technical standards
  • Enforce cryptography-related security requirements

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs
  • Education subsidy
  • Team building programs
  • Company events
  • Wellness allowances
  • Meal allowances
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
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