Smart Contract Lead

ether.fi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities for professional development

4 weeks work from anywhere

Job summary

ether.fi is seeking a Smart Contract Engineer with deep expertise in Solidity to join their team in New York. You will design, develop, and deploy secure smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain, conducting extensive testing to ensure high standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience with Ethereum development tools such as Foundry and Hardhat. Benefits include competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, health insurance, and a collaborative work environment. The position offers a unique chance to work with a leading Ethereum protocol company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in Solidity with a solid portfolio of deployed smart contracts.
• Proficient in smart contract security practices and common vulnerabilities.
• Proficient in cryptographic techniques such as zero-knowledge proofs.
• Experience with Ethereum development tools such as Foundry and Hardhat.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy smart contracts on Ethereum/L2 blockchains.
• Conduct thorough testing and auditing of smart contracts.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in Ethereum and blockchain technology.
• Contribute to internal best practices for smart contract development.
• Assist in the development and deployment of blockchain infrastructure.

Job description

About us:

ether.fi is a rapidly growing Ethereum liquid staking protocol where stakeholders retain control of their assets. We have a thriving community and a TVL of $8B+. We are committed to decentralization, security, and onboarding the next billion users into the digital asset space. We make it easy for people to save, earn, and spend their crypto, leveraging technologies like Liquid Staking, and innovative products like the ether.fi cash credit card. Protocol information can be found here.

Position Overview:

As a talented Smart Contract Engineer with a deep understanding of Solidity and extensive experience in writing and deploying smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain you will be a key component of the ether.fi team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing secure, efficient, and innovative smart contracts. Experience with development tools like Foundry and Hardhat for smart contract testing and deployment is highly regarded.

This role is onsite at of one of our locations 4x per week. We have offices in Toronto, Denver, and the Cayman Islands.

What you will do:

• Design, develop, and deploy smart contracts on the Ethereum/L2 blockchains, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and optimized for gas consumption.

• Conduct thorough testing and auditing of smart contracts to ensure security and functionality, utilizing tools such as Forge for an enhanced development workflow.

• Stay abreast of the latest developments in Ethereum, Solidity, and blockchain technology to continually improve contract efficiency and security.

• Contribute to the development of internal best practices for smart contract development, including security measures, coding standards, and documentation.

• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers to maintain high-quality code standards.

• Assist in the development and deployment of blockchain infrastructure

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong foundation in cryptographic principles and blockchain technology. Advanced degrees are a plus.

• Proficient in Solidity with a solid portfolio of deployed smart contracts and DApps.

• Proficient in smart contract security practices and common vulnerabilities.

• Proficient in Cryptography techniques such as zero-knowledge proofs, roll-ups, etc

• Experience with Ethereum development tools such as Foundry and Hardhat

• Experience with DevOps practices and tools for blockchain development is advantageous.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.

• Strong communication skills to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical team members.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and token allocation grant

• Opportunity to work with a Top 4 Ethereum protocol, by TVL

• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Collaborative and inclusive work culture

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space

• Global team with opportunity for travel and working out of our 3 offices around the world

• 4 weeks work from anywhere

• Exciting company events and team-building off-sites