Blockstream
Innovation Specialist
Lugano, SwitzerlandFull-timeGlobal
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Job Description
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You will research and evaluate emerging blockchain technologies and protocols, design and build prototypes and proofs-of-concept, analyze distributed ledger use cases for banking and financial services, conduct technical feasibility assessments, run innovation workshops and hackathons, document findings and produce thought leadership, and collaborate with product and engineering to mature prototypes toward production.
Requirements
- āBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field
- ā1-3 years of experience in technology research or innovation roles or strong academic research background
- āStrong understanding of blockchain fundamentals and distributed systems concepts
- āAbility to read and understand code (Python, JavaScript, or similar)
- āExperience with or willingness to learn prototyping and proof-of-concept development
- āProven ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies and deliver high-touch customer engagement
- āStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
- āExcellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts clearly
- āIntellectual curiosity and passion for emerging technologies
- āEnglish required; German/Swiss German, French, or Italian a plus
- āLocation: Switzerland, with focus on Lugano
Responsibilities
- āResearch and evaluate emerging blockchain technologies, protocols, and industry trends
- āDesign and develop proof-of-concepts and technology prototypes
- āAnalyze use cases for distributed ledger technology in banking and financial services
- āCollaborate with clients to identify innovation objectives and technology opportunities
- āConduct technical feasibility assessments for emerging technologies
- āRun innovation workshops, hackathons, and client engagement activities
- āDocument research findings, technology assessments, and prototype outcomes
- āProduce thought leadership content such as whitepapers and presentations
- āMonitor developments in blockchain ecosystems and digital asset innovations
- āPartner with product and engineering teams to advance prototypes toward production
Tech Stack
Layer 2zero-knowledge proofsJavaScriptfinancial servicesDeFiTechnical writingresearchdistributed systemstokenizationPrototyping