Research engineer position in the Blockchain & P2P Network Measurements Distributed Systems and Networks (DistSys) Group

Deadline for receipt of applications: May 20, 23:59 AoE (21 May 2025, 13:59h Europe/Madrid Time)

The Distributed Systems and Networks (DistSys) Group at IMDEA Networks Institute, led by Dr. Lucianna Kiffer, invites applications for a Research Engineer position. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research in the area of blockchain and peer-to-peer (P2P) network measurements.

This position offers an opportunity to work on challenging and impactful problems related to the performance, scalability, and security of decentralized systems. Candidates should have prior research experience and a strong interest in distributed systems and networking.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop tools for measuring and monitoring blockchain and P2P network traffic.
• Analyze network behaviors, propagation characteristics, and protocol resilience.
• Build and evaluate research prototypes, and assist with data collection and analysis.

Required Qualifications:

• A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior experience with research (e.g., undergraduate thesis, research lab, or similar).
• Strong programming skills, preferably in languages such as Python, Go, or Rust.
• Good understanding of distributed systems and/or computer networking.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Contract Details:

• Full-time position for 1 year, renewable based on performance.
• Includes full social and health benefits and immigration support for overseas applicants
• Opportunity to collaborate in a vibrant, international, English-speaking research environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and potential for contribution to top-tier publications.

For inquiries about the position, contact:
Dr. Lucianna Kiffer – lucianna.kiffer@imdea.org

Equal Employment Opportunity:

IMDEA Networks Institute aims to increase the proportion of women, and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Until a balanced ratio of men and women has been achieved at the institute, preference will be given to women if applicants have similar qualifications. IMDEA Networks Institute actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated against in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion or ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination). People with disabilities who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply