Innovation Researcher – Web3, Rust, and Corporate Development
FULL_TIME • NA
About the Company
Since 2017, Keyrock has been reshaping the digital asset economy through its advanced trading infrastructure and research-driven innovation. Today, the company operates across 80+ exchanges and supports both institutional and DeFi ecosystems with liquidity and algorithmic trading solutions.
With a global, remote-first team of over 180 professionals spanning 40+ nationalities and hubs in Brussels, London, Paris, and Singapore, Keyrock blends cutting-edge technology with real-world financial insight.
Our mission goes beyond trading. We experiment, build, and accelerate — from developing high-frequency systems in Rust to supporting Web3 startups through our accelerator and DeFi initiatives.
If you’re eager to apply your technical and analytical skills to prototype innovations and explore new blockchain primitives, this role is where you’ll find real impact.
Role Overview
As an Innovation Researcher, you’ll be part of the Corporate Development (CorpDev) team, working at the intersection of engineering, strategy, and research. Your job will be to identify promising technologies, test their feasibility through rapid coding prototypes, and assess their potential for Keyrock’s long-term growth.
This position suits developers or researchers with a foundation in blockchain technology who are curious about how emerging Web3 primitives evolve into scalable business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Research and evaluate upcoming Web3 technologies, protocols, and market trends to guide strategic decisions.
Conduct technical due diligence on potential partnerships, investments, and M&A opportunities.
Prototype tools, integrations, or proof-of-concepts to validate new ideas.
Collaborate with internal trading, engineering, and data teams to identify synergies across the company.
Use quantitative and qualitative data to monitor technological evolution in DeFi, RWAs, NFTs, and liquidity markets.
What You Bring
Experience in blockchain engineering, quant research, or crypto product development.
Hands-on coding ability (preferably Rust, Python, or TypeScript) and curiosity to explore new technical stacks.
Understanding of DeFi mechanisms, blockchain infrastructure, and digital asset markets.
A research mindset with the ability to connect technical innovation to business outcomes.
Enthusiasm for crypto capital markets and innovation-driven growth.
Why Join Keyrock
Competitive global compensation package.
Flexibility to work remotely with international peers.
Freedom to experiment, test ideas, and contribute to industry-shaping innovation.
Inclusive and merit-driven work culture.
Opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineers, traders, and researchers building the future of finance.
Note: Successful candidates must complete a standard background verification process due to regulatory requirements.
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