Senior R&D Engineer (Web3 & AI) (Job Code: SRDE/082025/478)

Brief DescriptionKerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology invites applications from qualified Indian Citizens for appointment to the following posts on a contract basis for one year for the research/consultancy/development and training activities under the Kerala Blockchain Academy University initiative (https://kba.ai/). Candidates shall apply online through the Recruitment Portal. The guidelines for the submission of applications are available in the portal Applications shall be submitted online latest on 04.09.2025. The application form is available at https://www.duk.ac.in/careers Essential Qualification

B.Tech./BE or M.Tech/ME or M.Sc. in Computer Science/IT or MCA with at least 60% marks. Minimum two years experience in IT industry/Government Sector/ PSU/State or Central Universities

Job description

Design and prototype decentralized systems integrating AI/ML models to enhance user interaction, automation, and trust. Evaluate and experiment with emerging technologies in blockchain (e.g., L2 solutions, ZKPs, smart contracts) and AI (e.g., LLMs, RAG). Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including blockchain developers, data scientists, and product managers, to deliver proof-ofconcept and production-ready solutions. Contribute to the architecture and implementation of AI-enhanced decentralized platforms, tools, and infrastructure. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code and research reports. Participate in open-source initiatives and technical community engagement related to Web3 and AI. Stay updated on the latest industry trends, academic research, and ecosystem advancements. Preferred SkillsDesirable Experience

At least two years of experience in blockchain technology At least one year of experience in Developing Gen AI/ Machine Learning models with hands-on exposure. At least one year of exposure to leveraging AI models into real-world/research opportunities. At least two years of experience as full stack developer in Go/NodeJS/Python frameworks Deep understanding of decentralized systems, smart contracts, and cryptographic protocols. Familiarity with Web3 tools such as IPFS, Ethereum, Polygon, or others.