Lead Solidity Engineer: DeFi & dApps Architect

Placements24

George

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a Lead Solidity Engineer to architect and implement advanced smart contracts and dApps. You will lead a team of developers, shape technical direction, and ensure security and performance in blockchain deployments.

The role requires extensive Solidity expertise, deep knowledge of the EVM, and familiarity with Truffle, Hardhat, or Ganache. Collaboration with product managers and code reviews for vulnerabilities are integral to the role.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience developing Solidity smart contracts and dApps.
  • Deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
  • Proven track record delivering blockchain projects on time.

Responsibilities

  • Lead architecture, design, and development of complex smart contracts and dApps.
  • Oversee lifecycle: testing, deployment, and maintenance of contracts.
  • Mentor a team of blockchain developers and provide technical direction.

Skills

Solidity
EVM
Leadership
Security

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE

Tools

Truffle
Hardhat
Ganache
Node.js
Python
Go

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a Lead Solidity Engineer to architect and implement advanced smart contracts and dApps. You will lead a team of developers, shape technical direction, and ensure security and performance in blockchain deployments.

The role requires extensive Solidity expertise, deep knowledge of the EVM, and familiarity with Truffle, Hardhat, or Ganache. Collaboration with product managers and code reviews for vulnerabilities are integral to the role.

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