Research Internship (Blockchain Storage)

Job Description

Supra, a Switzerland-based startup, is seeking a Research Intern to work remotely and contribute to its decentralized data solutions. The intern will study data structures for storing the MoveVM-based blockchain’s current and archival state on the database.

The role involves:

• Studying data structures for storing blockchain state.
• Experimenting and benchmarking existing implementations.
• Testing existing codebase via mocks and drivers.
• Integrating and testing data structures with Supra Codebase.
• Refactoring parts of the code when necessary.

Requirements include:

• Very good command over Rust programming.
• Knowledge and experience with Rust testing tools.
• Very good debugging skills.
• Familiarity with Key Store DB technologies like RocksDB, Ethereum, and other popular blockchains, and data structures amenable for parallel execution is desirable.

Supra offers:

• A fully remote environment with flexible hours.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Flexible paid time off, sick leave, and national holidays.