FULL_TIME
5-10
Senior Researcher - Zero Knowledge Proof - Microsoft Research
11/27/2025
Design and implement the next-generation prover and make proof systems accessible to non-experts. Support post-quantum secure crypto and publish papers in top security and cryptography conferences.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
10,001+ employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
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About the Role
Design and implement the next-generation prover Make proof systems accessible to non-experts by supporting application logic specified in high-level languages (improve usability and reduce the cost to develop new applications) Support post-quantum secure crypto Publish papers in top security and cryptography conferences PhD in Computer Science or related field ((or currently pursuing) Prior experience with designing and implementing high-speed proof systems Familiarity and prior experience with post-quantum cryptographic primitives (e.g., lattice-based commitments) Experience with Rust Familiarity with making proof systems usable with compilers
Key Skills
Zero Knowledge ProofsPost-Quantum CryptographyHigh-Speed Proof SystemsRustCompilersApplication LogicUsabilityCryptographic Primitives
Categories
TechnologyScience & ResearchEngineering
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