Remote Blockchain Engineer (Solidity Specialist)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,663,000 - 2,495,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Token incentives

Home office allowance

Global impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Blockchain Engineer specializing in Solidity to join a globally recognized DeFi leader. You will design, develop, and deploy secure smart contracts and contribute to scalable DeFi applications.

Work with a remote-first team across time zones, review code, optimize gas usage, and stay ahead of security best practices. Proficiency with Hardhat, Truffle, Remix, and Web3.js/Ethers.js is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Blockchain Engineer with Solidity.
• Experience deploying contracts on Ethereum mainnet or testnets.
• Solid understanding of Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Experience with version control systems like Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity on the Ethereum blockchain.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of dApps and blockchain protocols.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality standards.
• Optimize smart contracts for performance, gas efficiency, and security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate contracts into user-facing apps.
• Research and implement new blockchain technologies and patterns to enhance product offerings.

Skills

Solidity

Ethereum

Smart contracts

Gas optimization

Security

Git

Remote work

Collaboration

Web3

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Remix

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a globally recognized leader in decentralized finance and is expanding its engineering team with a fully remote Blockchain Engineer specializing in Solidity. This role is ideal for a passionate developer who excels in building secure and efficient smart contracts and contributing to innovative decentralized applications. As a remote-first team member, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere, collaborating with a diverse and talented group of professionals across different time zones. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying smart contracts that form the backbone of our next-generation DeFi products. If you are driven by innovation and have a deep understanding of the Ethereum ecosystem and Solidity programming, help us shape the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity on the Ethereum blockchain.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of decentralized applications (dApps) and blockchain protocols.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality standards.
• Optimize smart contracts for performance, gas efficiency, and security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate smart contracts into user-facing applications.
• Research and implement new blockchain technologies and patterns to enhance product offerings.
• Troubleshoot and debug smart contract issues and network-related problems.
• Actively participate in technical discussions and contribute to the team's knowledge base.
• Maintain documentation for smart contracts and blockchain architecture.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Blockchain Engineer with a strong focus on Solidity development.
• Demonstrable experience in building and deploying smart contracts on Ethereum mainnet or testnets.
• Solid understanding of Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and its nuances.
• Proficiency in relevant development tools and frameworks like Hardhat, Truffle, Remix, and Web3.js/Ethers.js.
• Strong knowledge of blockchain principles, cryptography, and decentralized systems.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for security.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Experience with other blockchain technologies or languages is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary and potential for token-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work on innovative DeFi products with global impact.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and a stimulating work environment.
• Support for professional development and training.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture, regardless of location.
• Allowance for home office setup.