Research Associate (f/m/d)

  • Frankfurt
  • 01.08.2025
  • Full-time
  • limited

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management is an EQUIS, AACSB and ABMA internationally accredited, research-orientated business school with university status. We offer comprehensive educational and advisory services to students, executives, graduates, participants, clients, and partners from all over the world.

At the Frankfurt School Blockchain Center we are looking for a highly skilled Research Associate (f/m/d) as a full-stack engineer with expertise in Trusted Execution Environments and, ideally, blockchain and wallet development. This role involves building and deploying a fully functional Wallet SDK that enables a European financial institution to issue a stablecoin on Avalanche. Building on existing code, you will work with cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, extend existing trusted execution environments, and ensure seamless API integrations while maintaining top-tier documentation.  

Your Tasks

  •  Trusted Execution Environment Development 

    • Work with Intel SGX and Gramine to extend existing infrastructure code for a privacy-preserving digital asset wallet. 

  •  Blockchain Development & Smart Contracts 

    • Work with Avalanche C-Chain, Subnets, and AvalancheJS for wallet operations. 

  •   Wallet SDK & Web3 Integration 

    • Build and maintain a Wallet SDK for seamless digital asset transactions.

    • Integrate APIs, handle cryptographic key management, and interact with Web3.js / ethers.js. 

    • Develop and maintain secure authentication and transaction handling mechanisms.   
       
  • Backend & API Development 

    • Work with Node.js, Python, or Go to develop backend services for wallet operations and user authentication. 

    • Ensure blockchain interactions via Infura, Alchemy, or Avalanche RPCs. 

  • Full-Stack & Deployment 

    • Develop and optimize backend infrastructure for secure wallet interactions. 

    • Collaborate on frontend integration (if applicable). 

    • Work with GitHub for version control and CI/CD pipeline management. 

  • Technical Documentation & Best Practices 

    • Write comprehensive documentation for the Wallet SDK and smart contract implementations. 

    • Provide user guides to facilitate adoption and seamless integration. 

Your Profile

  • Substantial experience with TEE development.
  • Basic experience with Avalanche blockchain (C-Chain, Subnets) or any other blockchain. 
  • Experience with Node.js, Python, or Go for backend wallet infrastructure.
  • Understanding of wallet security best practices (cryptographic key handling).
  • Ability to document code and write clear user guides.

What we Offer

  • Accessible workplace
  • Subsidised cafeteria
  • Corporate benefit programme
  • Additional vacation days for special occasions
  • Flexible working hours
  • remote work (3-2-model)
  • Excellent transportation links
  • Exercise and fitness offers
  • Discounted public transport ticket (Deutschlandticket)
  • Opportunities for education and professional development

Are you Interested?

Please apply online! Your contact:

Mira Kotbi
Head of HR Operations
P: 069 154008154


 
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