Lead Smart Contract Engineer

Placements24

United States

Remote

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Token options

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Smart Contract Engineer for a fully remote role shaping secure, scalable DeFi smart contracts. You will mentor engineers, define development standards, and collaborate across product and research teams to deliver robust blockchain solutions.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in software with 4+ years in Solidity, deep EVM knowledge, and strong security acumen. Competitive compensation and token options are offered.

Qualifications

6+ years in software development with 4+ years in Solidity-based smart contracts.
Proven experience leading a team of engineers or technical projects.
Deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
Knowledge of DeFi protocols and token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155).
Experience with development frameworks (Hardhat, Truffle) and testing methodologies.
Strong knowledge of smart contract security principles and mitigation techniques.
Excellent communication and leadership for a remote team.
Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of complex and high-value smart contracts.
Define and enforce best practices for smart contract development, security, and auditing.
Architect robust and scalable smart contract systems with gas efficiency and upgradeability in mind.
Mentor a team of smart contract developers and promote technical excellence.
Conduct thorough code reviews focused on security vulnerabilities and performance.
Collaborate with product managers and other teams to translate requirements into secure solutions.
Oversee integration of smart contracts with frontend and backend systems and other protocols.
Stay ahead of trends and security practices in smart contract and blockchain space.
Develop and maintain documentation for smart contract codebases and architectures.
Contribute to the strategic technical roadmap for blockchain initiatives.
Champion a security-first mindset throughout the development lifecycle.
Participate in external security audits and ensure timely remediation.

Skills

Solidity

Leadership

EVM

DeFi protocols

Gas optimization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, is looking for an exceptional Lead Smart Contract Engineer to spearhead the development and security of their core smart contract infrastructure. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to architect and build secure, efficient, and scalable smart contracts for a global audience. You will play a pivotal role in defining the technical direction for smart contract development, mentoring a team of talented engineers, and ensuring the highest standards of code quality and security. This is a unique chance to shape the future of decentralized financial products within the dynamic crypto and blockchain industry. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of blockchain protocols, extensive experience in Solidity development, and a proven ability to lead and mentor teams. You will be instrumental in bringing complex financial primitives to life on the blockchain, ensuring their integrity and robustness.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of complex and high-value smart contracts.
Define and enforce best practices for smart contract development, security, and auditing.
Architect robust and scalable smart contract systems, considering gas efficiency and upgradeability.
Mentor and guide a team of smart contract developers, fostering technical excellence and collaboration.
Conduct thorough code reviews, focusing on security vulnerabilities, logic errors, and performance optimizations.
Collaborate closely with product managers, researchers, and other engineering teams to translate requirements into secure and effective smart contract solutions.
Oversee the integration of smart contracts with frontend applications, backend services, and other blockchain protocols.
Stay ahead of the curve on emerging trends, tools, and security best practices in the smart contract and blockchain space.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for smart contract codebases and architectures.
Contribute to the strategic technical roadmap for the company's blockchain initiatives.
Champion a security-first mindset throughout the development lifecycle.
Participate in external security audits and ensure timely remediation of identified issues.

Requirements

Extensive experience (6+ years) in software development, with a significant focus (4+ years) on smart contract development using Solidity.
Proven experience leading a team of engineers or technical projects.
Deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and its nuances.
Expertise in DeFi protocols, token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155), and common design patterns.
Strong knowledge of smart contract security principles, common vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
Experience with development frameworks (Hardhat, Truffle) and testing methodologies.
Proficiency in performance optimization and gas cost reduction strategies for smart contracts.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, vital for a remote team environment.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Contributions to open-source blockchain projects are a strong plus.

Benefits