Lead Blockchain Developer (DeFi Specialist)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, seeks a seasoned Lead Blockchain Developer with a DeFi focus to lead smart contract design, tokenomics, and secure architectures.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product teams, perform security audits, and shape the DeFi roadmap in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Developer focused on DeFi.
• Solidity development and DeFi protocol experience.
• Proven ability to architect and deploy complex DeFi contracts.
• Experience with security best practices and auditing.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of DeFi smart contracts.
• Develop tokenomics and incentive mechanisms for DeFi platforms.
• Mentor and guide a team of blockchain developers, fostering best practices.
• Architect robust and scalable smart contract solutions with security in mind.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate DeFi concepts into implementations.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments of DeFi protocols.
• Stay at the forefront of DeFi trends and regulatory developments.
• Integrate with external DeFi protocols and oracles.
• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap planning for DeFi initiatives.
• Ensure seamless integration of smart contracts with frontend and backend systems.

Skills

DeFi expertise

Solidity

Leadership

Security auditing

Mentoring

Hardhat

Truffle

Tokenomics

System architecture

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Blockchain Developer with a specialization in DeFi protocols to join their team. This role, located in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**, requires a deep understanding of smart contract development, tokenomics, and the intricacies of decentralized financial systems. You will be responsible for leading development efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and architecting innovative DeFi solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about open finance and possesses a proven track record of delivering complex blockchain projects. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of our DeFi products and contribute to the growth of the decentralized economy. We are looking for a technical leader who can drive innovation, ensure code quality, and guide the team towards successful project completion. Your expertise will be crucial in building secure and scalable DeFi applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of smart contracts for various DeFi applications (e.g., AMMs, lending protocols, yield farming).


• Develop and optimize tokenomics and incentive mechanisms for decentralized platforms.


• Mentor and guide a team of blockchain developers, fostering best practices and code quality.


• Architect robust and scalable smart contract solutions, ensuring security and efficiency.


• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate DeFi concepts into technical implementations.


• Conduct thorough security audits and risk assessments of DeFi protocols.


• Stay at the forefront of DeFi trends, emerging protocols, and regulatory developments.


• Integrate with external DeFi protocols and oracles.


• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap planning for DeFi initiatives.


• Ensure seamless integration of smart contracts with frontend and backend systems.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Developer, with a strong focus on Decentralized Finance (DeFi).


• In-depth knowledge of smart contract development using Solidity and experience with DeFi protocols.


• Proven ability to architect and deploy complex DeFi smart contracts (e.g., Uniswap V2/V3, Aave, Compound).


• Strong understanding of token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721), AMMs, yield farming, and other DeFi mechanisms.


• Experience with blockchain development tools and frameworks (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).


• Knowledge of smart contract security best practices and auditing techniques.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• Familiarity with Layer 2 scaling solutions is beneficial.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.


• This role in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**, provides a unique opportunity to lead innovation in the rapidly expanding DeFi space.


• You will work within a dynamic and collaborative environment, with significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.


• We encourage continuous learning and provide access to industry conferences and training.


• Enjoy a rewarding career path and the chance to make a significant impact on the future of decentralized finance.