Team TPS (The Paradigm Shifters)

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🚀 About The Paradigm Shifters (TPS) We are building a next-generation public blockchain architecture powered by cutting-edge cryptography — including Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) and witness encryption. By decoupling verification from computation, our protocol unlocks massive performance gains, modular flexibility, and privacy-preserving smart contract design. Our modular chain is purpose-built for developers — designed to support advanced use cases in payments, AI agents, and beyond. Backed by pioneers in the blockchain space, including the Neo Foundation, a globally distributed team of blockchain pioneers, PhDs, cryptographers, and researchers/engineers. We're preparing for launch — and looking for our brand visionary. 🎯 The Role Location: Remote (United States); Type: Full-time; Start Date: ASAP We’re hiring a Consensus Engineer here in the US — a strategic builder and thinker who will help us design, launch, and scale our blockchain from zero. This is a rare opportunity to assist in working to architect a new blockchain platform. You’ll work cross-functionally with with our global teams including the executives, engineering, research, GTM, operations, marketing, and people teams between North America and Asia. 🛠️ What You'll Do... Heavily engineering and applying existing consensus protocols Collaborate with the global team build out next gen solutions Optimize and develop existing systems based on new research insights. Stay updated with the latest advancements in cryptography and blockchain technology. Contribute to technical documentation and code reviews. ✅ You Should Have Preferably Ph.D. (will consider Bachelor’s based on experience) Degree in Computer Science, Cryptography, Information Security, or a related field. 2+ years of experience as a Consensus Engineer with strong programming skills Preferably personal and professional understanding and/or experience with Consensus protocols Prior experience in development at the Consensus layer projects or open-source cryptography contributions Strong problem-solving and communication skills. 💎 Bonus Points Experience launching or growing a blockchain projects from zero Written Content creation such as whitepapers, technical content, technical documentation, etc. Strategic mindset with willingness to roll up sleeves — sole contributor to start Bilingual: Mandarin/Chinese 🌍 What We Offer Competitive salary + meaningful token/equity upside to come Global Remote-first culture with flexibility and autonomy Backing from respected investors and projects from the space Direct collaboration with world-class cryptographers, engineers, and protocol designers The chance to create a brand that becomes iconic in the ZK/crypto space