Blockchain Core Developer

Powered by Pioneer; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

BNB Chain is building mass blockchain adoption with a community‑first, open‑source ethos. This role centers on developing, maintaining, and optimizing core blockchain client software, including node implementation, P2P networking, and consensus mechanisms.

You will design features, review code, troubleshoot complex issues in synchronization and transaction processing, and contribute to documentation and technical specs. Join a global, fast‑paced team driving Web3 forward.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or above in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 2-3 years of engineering experience, preferably in infrastructure development.
• Strong coding skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Rust or Golang, with Rust preferred.
• Experience with distributed systems, concurrency, and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize core blockchain client software.
• Design and implement new features to improve performance, stability, and security.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain high code quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to network synchronization, state management, and transaction processing.
• Contribute to the documentation and technical specifications.

Skills

Strong coding skills

Distributed systems experience

Concurrent programming

Network protocols

Logical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Rust

Go (Golang)

Job description

BNB Chain is making mass blockchain adoption a reality as a community‑first and open‑source ecosystem built on the principles of permissionlessness and decentralization. By contributing to the development of the infrastructure and supporting the community, BNB Chain is on the mission to help onboard a billion new users to Web3.

If you want to contribute to building the Web3 ecosystem while working in a collaborative and dedicated team that is enabling some of the most exciting innovations of our era, join us as we pave the way for blockchain to change the world for the better.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize core blockchain client software (e.g., node implementation, P2P networking, consensus mechanism).
• Design and implement new features and improvements to enhance the client's performance, stability, and security.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and collaborate with other developers to maintain high code quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to network synchronization, state management, and transaction processing.
• Contribute to the documentation and technical specifications of the blockchain client.

Requirements

• Bachelor or above in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 2-3 years of engineering experience, preferably in infrastructure development and maintenance.
• Strong coding skills, clear logical thinking, and strong ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with at least one systems programming language, such as Rust or Golang, with Rust proficiency preferred.
• Experience with distributed systems, concurrent programming, and network protocols.

Good to have

• Prior experience with blockchain infrastructure and client development for platforms such as Ethereum (ETH), BNB Smart Chain (BSC), Sui, Aptos, or Solana.
• Deep understanding of blockchain concepts, including consensus algorithms (e.g., PoS, PoA), state transition models, and cryptography.
• Experience contributing to open‑source projects, especially in the blockchain space.
• Familiarity with performance profiling and optimization techniques for high‑throughput systems.

The opportunity to be part of one of the world’s leading blockchain ecosystems with vast career growth potential.

Work alongside a diverse, global team of experts and innovators in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Participate in cutting‑edge projects that drive industry change.