Principal Software Engineer - Blockchain

Jobgether; Remote; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Principal Blockchain Engineer to join a partner company in Malaysia. This role involves developing core software solutions for blockchain networks, managing a technical team, and ensuring high code quality. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of backend software engineering experience and 2+ years in blockchain protocol implementation using C++, Rust, or Golang. The position is fully remote, offering a flexible vacation policy and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

100% Remote work

Flexible vacation policy

Health and Dental plans for US-based employees

Direct access to Managing Partners and senior leadership

Flat organizational structure

Continuous learning and development opportunities

20% of time for collaboration on side projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in hands-on backend software engineering.
• 2+ years of blockchain protocol implementation experience using C++, Rust, or Golang.
• Experience in leading engineering teams and managing day-to-day activities.
• Strong background in automated testing and security.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers to scope and document technical requirements.
• Drive architecture and designs for blockchain protocols.
• Define and execute implementation strategies in collaboration with team leads.
• Manage a technical team to deliver protocol solutions.
• Ensure high code quality and reliability through automated testing.

Skills

C++

Rust

Golang

Backend software engineering

Automated testing

Security backgrounds

L2s

ZK

EVM

CosmosSDK

Substrate

Documentation skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Blockchain Engineer. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in developing core software solutions for various blockchain networks. This includes not only the technical design and implementation but also coordinating with clients to understand their needs and deliver effective solutions. The engineer will contribute significantly to the evolution of decentralized infrastructure, leveraging their expertise in blockchain technologies. Experience in managing engineering teams and cross-functional collaboration is vital. This role promises to impact the future of multi-chain development in a significant way.

Accountabilities

• Work with customers to scope and document technical requirements.
• Drive architecture and designs for blockchain protocols.
• Define and execute implementation strategies in collaboration with team leads.
• Manage a technical team to deliver protocol solutions.
• Ensure high code quality and reliability through automated testing.
• Implement and manage deployment operations of protocols.
• Create comprehensive software documentation for system design and functionality.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and research relevant ecosystems.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in hands-on backend software engineering.
• 2+ years of blockchain protocol implementation experience using C++, Rust, or Golang.
• Experience in leading engineering teams and managing day-to-day activities.
• Strong background in automated testing and security.
• Experience with developer tools and infrastructure protocols is a plus.
• Knowledge of L2s, ZK, EVM, CosmosSDK, and Substrate is highly desirable.
• Good writing skills to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Undergraduate degree required.

Benefits

• 100% Remote work.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Health and Dental plans (for US based employees).
• Direct access to Managing Partners and senior leadership.
• Flat organizational structure promoting mentorship and feedback.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• 20% of your time can be used for collaboration on side projects.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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