What do we do
As a pioneer for digital transformation GFT develops sustainable solutions across new technologies – from cloud engineering and artificial intelligence to blockchain/DLT. With its deep technological expertise, strong partnerships, and comprehensive market know-how GFT offers advice to the financial and insurance sectors, as well as in the manufacturing industry. Through the intelligent use of IT solutions GFT increases productivity and creates added value for clients. Companies gain easy and safe access to scalable IT-applications and innovative business models.
Who are we
Having started in Germany in 1987, GFT Technologies has grown to become a trusted Software Engineering and Consulting specialist for the international financial industry, counting many of the world’s largest and best-known Banks as our clients. We are an organization that empowers you to not only explore but raise your potential and seek out opportunities that add value. At GFT, diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive working environment for all communities is one of the main pillars of our diversity strategy, based on our core values and culture. We have been certified for 2022/23 as a ‘Great place to work’ in the APAC region. So, if you want to have the opportunity to work with an outstanding and progressive organization this position could be right for you.
Role Summary
As the Protocol Architect, you will guide the design, development, and evolution of the core blockchain protocol. You will architect solutions, drive critical architectural decisions, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to align the protocol’s technical direction with business goals. Your expertise will be pivotal in scaling our infrastructure for enterprise-grade applications and ensuring compliance with the highest security standards.
Key Activities
Architect the technical design and evolution of the blockchain protocol, ensuring scalability, performance, and privacy
Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to the protocol engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
Conduct deep analysis of blockchain networks and contribute strategic insights to improve the protocol stack
Spearhead the development of privacy-preserving features using zero-knowledge proofs, state channels, and advanced cryptographic techniques
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Security, Compliance) to ensure alignment on protocol requirements
Oversee architectural reviews, security design, and performance benchmarking
Contribute to open-source projects and represent Partior in technical forums and consortia
Maintain architectural documentation and ensure best practices in version control, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience in software development, with significant architectural responsibilities
Strong background in blockchain technologies such as Hyperledger Besu, GETH, Fabric, or Canton
Solid understanding of core blockchain components including consensus, P2P networking, and state management
Expertise in cryptography, including digital signatures, encryption, and key management
Knowledge of Merkle Trees, zero-knowledge proofs, and group signatures
Proficient in back-end development with Go, Rust, or Java
Experience in architecting distributed systems at scale
Preferred Skills
Hands-on experience developing and deploying EVM smart contracts
Knowledge of consensus algorithms (Raft, Paxos, QBFT) and P2P protocols (gossiping, DHTs, NAT traversal)
Experience working with Agile teams and contributing to technical delivery
Familiarity with Node.js, Typescript, and JavaScript
Prior contributions to blockchain-related open-source projects in the Ethereum ecosystem
What we offer you
You will be working with some of the brightest people in business and technology on challenging and rewarding projects in a team of like-minded individuals. GFT prides itself on its international environment that promotes professional and cultural exchange and encourages further individual development with the benefits below:
Competitive salary
13th-month salary guarantee
Performance bonus
Professional English course for employees
Premium health insurance
Extensive annual leave
(Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a response from GFT regarding your application within 10 workdays, please consider that we have decided to proceed with other candidates. We truly appreciate your interest in GFT and thank you for your understanding.)