Remote Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Remote work

Career development

Global collaboration

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a talented Remote DeFi Developer to design, develop, and deploy smart contracts and dApps powering DeFi protocols. You will work on secure contracts, DeFi integrations, and frontend components across blockchain networks in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate has strong Solidity skills, experience with Hardhat/Truffle, and a background in DeFi protocols, AMMs, and tokenomics. Join a global team delivering innovative financial software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a DeFi developer or smart contract engineer.
• Strong knowledge of Solidity and DeFi protocols.
• Experience with frontend technologies for dApp development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy secure smart contracts for DeFi protocols.
• Design and implement decentralized applications (dApps).
• Integrate with blockchain networks and external APIs.
• Test, audit, and optimize smart contracts for security and performance.
• Collaborate with product, design, and research teams.

Skills

Solidity

Smart contracts

DeFi

Hardhat

Truffle

dApp development

React

Vue.js

Security best practices

Education

BSc CS

MSc CS

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

React

Vue.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Remote Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Developer to join their pioneering team. This role is at the forefront of the Crypto & Blockchain revolution, focusing on building the next generation of financial applications on decentralized networks. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust smart contracts and dApps that power DeFi protocols. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate developer to contribute to a rapidly evolving sector, working remotely and shaping the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts for DeFi protocols (e.g., lending, exchanges, stablecoins).
• Design and implement decentralized applications (dApps) utilizing modern frontend and backend technologies.
• Integrate with various blockchain networks and external APIs to enhance DeFi functionalities.
• Conduct thorough testing, auditing, and optimization of smart contracts and dApps to ensure security and performance.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and researchers to innovate and deliver new DeFi products.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, protocols, and security best practices in the DeFi ecosystem.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a DeFi Developer or Smart Contract Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Solidity and experience with blockchain development frameworks (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).
• Deep understanding of DeFi principles, protocols (e.g., AMMs, lending protocols), and tokenomics.
• Experience with frontend technologies (e.g., React, Vue.js) for dApp development.
• Knowledge of security best practices for smart contracts and decentralized applications.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Top-tier remote salary and extensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge DeFi and blockchain projects.
• Flexible work arrangements and global collaboration.
• Continuous learning opportunities and support for professional development.
• A chance to be a key player in the future of decentralized finance.