Lead Crypto Engineer

Placements24; Gallup (NM); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Crypto Engineer to steer a fully remote team building secure, scalable blockchain-based financial products in the DeFi space. You will guide architecture, set technical direction, and ensure robust delivery in a distributed environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in blockchain, plus deep cryptography and smart contract expertise.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with a minimum of 3 years in blockchain or cryptocurrency development.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and managing complex software projects.
• Expertise in smart contract development (Solidity, Vyper) and blockchain platforms like Ethereum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex blockchain protocols and financial applications.
• Manage and mentor a team of blockchain developers, ensuring high-quality code and timely delivery of projects.
• Architect secure and efficient systems for cryptocurrency transactions, tokenization, and DeFi protocols.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project roadmaps, technical specifications, and architectural decisions.
• Oversee the implementation of security best practices and conduct regular security audits.

Skills

Team leadership

Smart contracts

Cryptography

Distributed ledger

Consensus mechanisms

Blockchain fundamentals

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Cryptography or related

Tools

Solidity

Vyper

Ethereum

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a visionary Lead Crypto Engineer to spearhead their development efforts in the decentralized finance space. As a fully remote employee, you will lead a team of talented engineers in designing and building robust, secure, and scalable blockchain-based financial products. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact, guiding the technical direction of groundbreaking projects and fostering a culture of innovation within a distributed workforce. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cryptocurrency markets, advanced cryptographic techniques, and a proven track record of leading successful engineering initiatives in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex blockchain protocols and financial applications.
• Manage and mentor a team of blockchain developers, ensuring high-quality code and timely delivery of projects.
• Architect secure and efficient systems for cryptocurrency transactions, tokenization, and DeFi protocols.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project roadmaps, technical specifications, and architectural decisions.
• Oversee the implementation of security best practices and conduct regular security audits.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cryptography, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with a minimum of 3 years in blockchain or cryptocurrency development.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and managing complex software projects.
• Expertise in smart contract development (Solidity, Vyper) and blockchain platforms like Ethereum.
• Strong knowledge of cryptography, distributed ledger technology, and consensus mechanisms.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and equity options for top performers.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Professional growth opportunities, including access to advanced training and research.
• Chance to work on truly innovative projects at the forefront of fintech.