RISC Zero

We're on a mission to transform the internet for the better. Our team of innovative hackers, visionary futurists, and passionate nerds is devoted to creating a digital space that's safe, inclusive, and empowers everyone. By developing the world's first zero-knowledge virtual machine, we've laid the groundwork for running arbitrary code as a zero-knowledge proof. Now, we're ambitiously constructing an entire ecosystem around this groundbreaking technology. We have raised a total of $54 million and announced our $40 million Series A funding round in July 2023.

To ensure effective collaboration and seamless communication across our global team, all candidates must be available to overlap with the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone for at least 3 hours during regular business hours. This requirement is essential for maintaining efficient workflow, participating in team meetings, and facilitating timely responses to customer inquiries and internal requests.

Jan 23, 2025  
$237,000 - $288,000 yearly
About the Role We are seeking a world-class Senior Software Engineer to enhance our zero-knowledge proof system and stay at the forefront of cryptographic innovation. This role involves the development of advanced cryptographic protocols tailored for zero-knowledge proof applications and the enhancement of our core proof system, zkVM. We are looking for candidates who are deeply invested in the field of zk cryptography and who exhibit a strong sense of curiosity and dedication to the craft. If you have a track record of developing cryptographic solutions and are excited about pioneering new protocols in the ZKP space, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Develop and refine cryptographic protocols for various use cases of ZKPs. Continuously improve the zkVM, our core proof system, ensuring its robustness and efficiency. Provide support for ZKP-enabled cryptographic protocols, including analysis for partners and the creation of...
RISC Zero Full time
Jan 23, 2025  
$156,000 - $205,000 yearly
About the Role RISC Zero is expanding our marketing team, seeking a Social Media Manager to amplify our voice and nurture our growing audience and community across various social platforms, focusing primarily on   Boundless . This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes social media, understands crypto culture, and can translate complex technical narratives into engaging content that resonates. Key Responsibilities Partner with our Head of Communications and Brand on social media strategy and execution across platforms, transforming campaign strategies into compelling content to drive awareness and engagement. Aligning tone and messaging across multiple channels Drive data-informed decisions through social listening and analytics Create visually engaging content (Figma/Canva) that simplifies complex ZK concepts and tailor them to fit different audiences and distribution channels Manage community engagement across platforms, supporting...
RISC Zero Full time