Lead Smart Contract Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybride; USD 73 000 - 146 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stock options

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Lead Smart Contract Engineer to spearhead secure contract development for innovative dApps. You will design, develop, test, and deploy Solidity-based contracts, while mentoring junior developers and guiding architectural decisions in a hybrid work setup.

The role emphasizes leadership, code quality, and security, with responsibilities spanning reviews, security hardening, and collaboration with product and frontend teams.

Qualifications

• Proven deployed projects in smart contract development.
• Expertise in Solidity and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Understanding of smart contract security principles and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with Smart Contract testing methodologies and tools.
• Experience leading a team of developers and mentoring junior talent.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a hybrid environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of secure and efficient smart contracts.
• Write high-quality, well-documented, and thoroughly tested smart contract code in Solidity or other relevant languages.
• Mentor and guide junior smart contract developers, fostering their technical growth.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and other stakeholders to define smart contract requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive code reviews and enforce coding standards and best practices.
• Architect and implement secure and scalable decentralized applications (dApps).
• Identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities in smart contracts.
• Contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap for the blockchain team.
• Research emerging trends and technologies in the smart contract and DeFi space.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to smart contract deployment and execution.

Connaissances

Solidity

EVM

Smart contract security

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Blockchain architecture

Testing

Communication

Hybrid work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Outils

Hardhat

Truffle

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic startup at the forefront of decentralized application development. We are seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Smart Contract Engineer to spearhead our smart contract development efforts. This role is based in Welkom, Free State, ZA , and operates on a hybrid model, offering a balance of collaborative office time and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts that power our innovative dApps. As a lead, you will mentor junior developers, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure the highest standards of code quality and security. This is a critical role for someone passionate about building the next generation of decentralized systems and looking to make a significant impact in a growing company. We seek an individual who can blend technical excellence with strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of secure and efficient smart contracts.
• Write high-quality, well-documented, and thoroughly tested smart contract code in Solidity or other relevant languages.
• Mentor and guide junior smart contract developers, fostering their technical growth.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and other stakeholders to define smart contract requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive code reviews and enforce coding standards and best practices.
• Architect and implement secure and scalable decentralized applications (dApps).
• Identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities in smart contracts.
• Contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap for the blockchain team.
• Research emerging trends and technologies in the smart contract and DeFi space.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to smart contract deployment and execution.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in smart contract development, with a proven track record of deployed projects.
• Expertise in Solidity and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Deep understanding of smart contract security principles and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience with smart contract development frameworks like Hardhat or Truffle.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies and tools for smart contracts.
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture and decentralized systems.
• Experience leading a team of developers and mentoring junior talent.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable in a hybrid work setting.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Familiarity with other blockchain platforms or layer-2 solutions is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology. The hybrid model provides flexibility, and the role is based in Welkom, Free State, ZA . You will be part of an innovative and collaborative team, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Stock options are available for this key leadership position.