Remote Blockchain Dapp Engineer - Solidity & Frontend

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 1,994,000 - 2,991,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Developer to join a fully remote team. You will design, implement, and deploy scalable smart contracts and dApps across EVM and non-EVM platforms, focusing on security, performance, and maintainability.

Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers worldwide to deliver cutting-edge blockchain solutions. You should have 5+ years in software development, at least 3 in blockchain, and proficiency with Solidity, JavaScript, Python, or Go.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain development.
• Proven experience developing and deploying smart contracts in Solidity or other relevant languages.
• Familiarity with blockchain frameworks and tools (Hardhat, Truffle, Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Deep understanding of consensus algorithms, cryptography, and decentralized architecture.
• Experience with distributed systems and API development.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, Python, or Go.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust smart contracts on various blockchain platforms.
• Architect and implement scalable and secure decentalized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate with remote product managers, designers, and engineers using digital tools.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Research and integrate new blockchain technologies, protocols, and tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in distributed systems.
• Contribute to technical roadmap and architecture decisions.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the remote team.
• Ensure security and performance of blockchain solutions.

Skills

Blockchain development

JavaScript

Python

Go

Problem solving

Communication

Git

Distributed systems

API development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Job description

Our client, a globally recognized leader in decentralized technology solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Blockchain Developer to join their fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of finance and technology. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying scalable and secure blockchain applications and smart contracts. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of various blockchain protocols, distributed ledger technologies, and smart contract programming. As a remote-first employee, you will thrive in a collaborative, virtual environment, leveraging asynchronous communication tools and best practices to deliver high-quality work. Your contributions will directly impact the evolution of our client's innovative blockchain ecosystem, working on challenging problems with a global impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust smart contracts on various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Polygon).
• Architect and implement scalable and secure decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate effectively with remote product managers, designers, and fellow engineers using digital collaboration tools.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Research and integrate new blockchain technologies, protocols, and tools to enhance our client's offerings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in distributed systems.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and strategy for blockchain initiatives.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the remote team.
• Ensure the security and performance of blockchain solutions.
• Engage in technical discussions and contribute to architectural decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain development.
• Proven experience developing and deploying smart contracts in Solidity or other relevant languages.
• Deep understanding of blockchain concepts, including consensus algorithms, cryptography, and decentralized architecture.
• Familiarity with popular blockchain frameworks and tools (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle, Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Experience with distributed systems and API development.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Go.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of different blockchain ecosystems (e.g., EVM-compatible chains, Solana).

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Generous stock options package.