Senior Smart Contracts Engineer

Infrared Finance; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and equity package

DeFi cutting-edge project

Security-focused work environment

Professional growth and leadership in‑

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Infrared Finance, the flagship application of the Proof of Liquidity ecosystem on Berachain, is seeking a senior blockchain security engineer to lead secure development of our EVM-based liquid staking derivative protocol.

You will architect and develop smart contracts with a focus on security and efficiency, mentor junior engineers, coordinate with auditors, and stay ahead of evolving security trends across Ethereum, Cosmos, and related ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience with a focus on security in blockchain tech.
• Experience with Ethereum and/or Cosmos protocol and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead secure development and implementation of an EVM-based liquid staking derivative protocol on Berachain.
• Architect and develop smart contracts with emphasis on security, scalability, and efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate security risks; implement best practices in smart contract security.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors for security audits and reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay ahead of security trends in Cosmos and Ethereum.

Skills

Solidity

Geth

Foundry

Blockchain security

Leadership

Code review

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering

Tools

Geth

Foundry

Security analysis tools

Job description

About InfraredInfrared Finance is the flagship application of the upcoming Proof of Liquidity consensus mechanism pioneered by Berachain. The application reimagines liquid staking in the context of the three-token architecture and the unique soulbound elements of BGT. The protocol maximizes value for stakeholders via social aggregation of BGT through its infrastructure level PoL vaults and iBGT liquid staked derivative.

We look for a few things across all contributors we onboard at Infrared, regardless of role or team. First, we look for signals that a candidate will thrive in our fast-paced work environment, where we default to quick iterations, critical thinking, and sound judgments because we play only to succeed. Second, we seek people with the desire to share their expertise and the capacity to extend their knowledge to drive innovation. Finally, we seek candidates who can commit to a greater goal; unite as a team to reach something no one could have done on their own.

About the role:

The Infrared core team is the driving force behind expanding our reach and influence over the multi-billion dollar opportunity of proof-of-liquidity. As part of the engineering team, you will help build and maintain the codebase behind our smart contracts, token mechanics, and yield optimizers that help power the accumulation of BGT in the system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the secure development and implementation of our EVM-based liquid staking derivative protocol on Berachain.
• Architect and develop smart contracts with an emphasis on security, scalability, and efficiency.
• Proactively identify and mitigate security risks, implementing best practices in smart contract development and blockchain security.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to conduct thorough security audits and reviews.
• Stay updated with Berachains latest developments, integrating security enhancements and protocol upgrades.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices.
• Engage with the broader Cosmos and blockchain community to exchange knowledge and stay ahead of emerging security trends.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on security in blockchain technologies.
• Expertise in the Ethereum and/or Cosmos protocol, including in-depth knowledge of consensus and execution clients.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities in blockchain applications.
• Familiarity with Ethereum development tools (Geth, Foundry) and security analysis tools.
• Knowledge of cryptographic principles and their application in blockchain technologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a meticulous approach to code review and testing.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in guiding technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Published research or contributions to the field of blockchain security.
• Experience with additional blockchain platforms and programming languages.
• Experience running validators on the ethereum blockchain.
• Experience with LSD protocols on Ethereum.
• Advanced proficiency in Solidity and secure smart contract development.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• A pivotal role in a cutting-edge project within the DeFi space.
• A collaborative, and security-focused work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership in blockchain security.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the secure development and implementation of our EVM-based liquid staking derivative protocol on Berachain.
• Architect and develop smart contracts with an emphasis on security, scalability, and efficiency.
• Proactively identify and mitigate security risks, implementing best practices in smart contract development and blockchain security.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to conduct thorough security audits and reviews.
• Stay updated with Berachains latest developments, integrating security enhancements and protocol upgrades.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices.
• Engage with the broader Cosmos and blockchain community to exchange knowledge and stay ahead of emerging security trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on security in blockchain technologies.
• Expertise in the Ethereum and/or Cosmos protocol, including in-depth knowledge of consensus and execution clients.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities in blockchain applications.
• Familiarity with Ethereum development tools (Geth, Foundry) and security analysis tools.
• Knowledge of cryptographic principles and their application in blockchain technologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a meticulous approach to code review and testing.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in guiding technical teams.

Tech stack

• Solidity
• Smart Contract
• Ethereum