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Invitation to contribute across disciplines to advance Bitcoin rails through zero-knowledge cryptography and offchain systems.
Help Build the Future of Bitcoin at Alpen Labs
We’re always looking to connect with talented people who share our mission - even if we don’t have a specific role open that matches your profile right now. This is your open invitation to introduce yourself, tell us what you’re passionate about, and share how you think you could make an impact at Alpen Labs.
Whether you're an engineer, researcher, designer, builder, storyteller, or something entirely unique - if you’re excited about Bitcoin, zero-knowledge cryptography, or building decentralized financial infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you!
Tell us what drives you, what you’d love to work on, and how you can help shape a more open and resilient financial system. If there’s a strong alignment or a relevant opportunity in the future, we’ll be in touch.
About Alpen Labs
Alpen Labs is a New York–based startup founded in 2022 by four MIT alumni. Our mission is to build universal rails for money by enabling a scalable, private, and programmable Bitcoin ecosystem. We’re making this vision a reality through deep research and cutting-edge work in zero-knowledge cryptography and offchain systems - all while staying true to Bitcoin’s core values.
This work isn’t just technical - it’s societal. We see Bitcoin as a foundation for freedom, privacy, and global prosperity. Our team includes engineers and researchers from places like Blockstream Research, Palantir, and Nethermind. Now, we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join us on this journey.
🌏 Alpen Labs is a fully remote company with team members across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. We believe great work can happen anywhere and we’re building a culture that supports deep focus, high trust, and flexibility across time zones.
Wherever you're based, if our mission speaks to you, we encourage you to reach out.
✍️ Even if there’s no open role for you today, the best ideas often start with a conversation.
🔍 Learn more about what our team is working on via our Blog.
Thank you for considering a future with Alpen Labs!
Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
flexibility across time zones
Remote-Friendly
Alpen Labs is a fully remote company with team members across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Alpen Labs is constructing an infrastructure layer that enhances Bitcoin's capabilities, aiming to transform it into a comprehensive financial system. Our focus is on providing users and institutions with direct access to financial services on Bitcoin through advancements in zero-knowledge cryptography and scalable Layer 2 systems. By integrating financial services and enhancing usability, Alpen positions Bitcoin as a practical global currency.