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IO Global

IO Global

Spain HQ: MogunGlobal HQ: Zug, Switzerland500 employeesFounded 2015iohk.io/Mogun

IO Global (IOG), also known as IOHK, is a blockchain research and development company founded by Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Ethereum. The company is best known for its leading role in developing Cardano, a decentralized proof-of-stake blockchain platform, along with the related cryptocurrency Ada. With a strong focus on formal methods and academic rigor, the organization conducts advanced R&D in cryptography, distributed systems, and digital identity, spanning multiple offices worldwide and employing a globally distributed team of over 500 professionals.

In Spain, IO Global is expanding its presence with the launch of a dedicated operations and product hub, notably in the city of Mogun (likely a set type for a Spain-based project). The company is known for its mission-driven, remote-friendly culture and its commitment to high-quality engineering and scientific innovation. International hires are welcomed with a global, collaborative environment that values independent work and technical excellence, making it an attractive option for professionals looking to contribute to pioneering decentralized infrastructure from Spain.

Company History

IO Global was founded in 2015 by Charles Hoskinson as a blockchain engineering company, initially focused on developing Cardano as an academic, peer-reviewed project. It later expanded to include a wide portfolio of research and development initiatives including Atala (a blockchain toolkit), MARA (a decentralized game universe), and the Algorand project. The company is also known for its contributions to the Cardano Foundation and its commitment to frontier research in distributed systems and cryptography.

For International Professionals

  • The company is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and has a foreign HQ in London, UK, and its Spanish office is in Mogun.
  • As a global leader in blockchain R&D, the company offers an international and academic work environment with a strong focus on research publications.
  • IO Global hires from many countries and supports relocation especially in tech and especially for remote-first roles.
  • The company is known for its meetings where developers and researchers commute, and has a strong tie to the Cardano ecosystem.
  • If you are moving to Spain, this might be a great chance to join a global team while living in a coastal city like Mogun.

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