Remote Senior Blockchain Engineer (Solidity)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Health insurance or stipend

Vision and dental coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Conference attendance

Flexible hours

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Blockchain Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize secure smart contracts and decentralized applications from a remote setting. You will join a distributed team focused on cutting-edge blockchain solutions and scalable dApps.

You should bring 5+ years of software experience with at least 3 years in blockchain, strong Solidity skills, and deep EVM knowledge. Remote work flexibility, global collaboration, and ongoing professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years software development, 3+ years blockchain/smart contract experience.
• Proficiency in Solidity and deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Experience deploying smart contracts for DeFi, NFTs, DAOs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure smart contracts with Solidity.
• Build and maintain dApps on blockchain platforms.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to translate requirements into functional dApps.
• Conduct code reviews and address security vulnerabilities; optimize gas usage.
• Stay updated with blockchain developments and contribute to technical roadmap.
• Mentor junior engineers and engage with the community.

Skills

Solidity

Smart contracts

EVM

Web3 libraries

Git

CI/CD

Remote work

Security best practices

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

ethers.js

web3.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm at the forefront of the Crypto & Blockchain revolution, is looking for a talented and experienced Remote Senior Blockchain Engineer . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from the comfort of your home office. You will be instrumental in developing and deploying high-performance, secure smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Your role will involve collaborating with a talented, distributed team to push the boundaries of what's possible in the decentralized ecosystem. If you are passionate about building the future of finance and technology, and possess deep expertise in Solidity , this is the perfect opportunity. Join us in driving innovation and creating impactful solutions from anywhere in the world. Our remote-first culture ensures seamless collaboration and empowers you to do your best work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity.
• Build and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) on various blockchain platforms.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into functional dApps.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, identify potential security vulnerabilities, and implement best practices for contract security.
• Optimize smart contract performance and gas efficiency.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the technical roadmap.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, smart contract development, and the DeFi space.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to smart contracts and blockchain integrations.
• Contribute to the development of robust testing frameworks and deployment pipelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge within the team.
• Engage with the community and contribute to open-source blockchain projects when applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain and smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and a deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Experience developing and deploying smart contracts for various use cases (e.g., DeFi, NFTs, DAOs).
• Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including consensus mechanisms and cryptography.
• Familiarity with other programming languages like JavaScript, Python, or Go.
• Experience with web3 libraries (e.g., ethers.js, web3.js) and development tools (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).
• Knowledge of security best practices for smart contracts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• Experience with Git and CI/CD practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Remote work flexibility with a home office stipend.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference attendance.
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on innovation.
• The chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the blockchain space.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Direct contribution to the evolution of decentralized technologies.