Remote Lead Blockchain Developer - DeFi

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,538,000 - 3,892,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Token/equity compensation

Fully remote

Flexible work hours

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Developer to guide a remote team in designing, developing, and deploying secure smart contracts and dApps across multiple blockchains. You will define architecture, mentor developers, and drive technical innovation in a fast-growing DeFi startup.

You will work with Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Polygon, implement security audits, review code, and collaborate with product and design to ship features rapidly.

Qualifications

• 6+ years software development experience, with 3+ years in blockchain
• Proven experience in developing smart contracts using Solidity or Vyper
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus, and cryptography
• Familiarity with DeFi protocols and security best practices
• Experience with Hardhat, Truffle, or Ganache

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and deployment of smart contracts and dApps on Ethereum, BSC, Polygon
• Architect robust, secure blockchain solutions with scalability in mind
• Write clean, well-documented, thoroughly tested code
• Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments of contracts and dApps
• Mentor junior blockchain developers and drive technical excellence
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to implement new features
• Stay updated with latest blockchain tech, cryptography, and DeFi protocols
• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap for the team
• Participate in code reviews to improve code quality

Skills

Leadership

Smart contracts

Security

Blockchain architecture

Cryptography

DeFi protocols

JavaScript

Node.js

Web3 libraries

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Ganache

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing innovator in the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) space, is seeking a Lead Blockchain Developer to join their pioneering, fully remote team. While operationally associated with Sandton, Gauteng, this role offers complete location independence, allowing you to contribute from anywhere globally. You will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and deploying secure and scalable smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) on various blockchain platforms. This role requires deep technical expertise in blockchain technologies, a passion for decentralized systems, and strong leadership skills. You will mentor a team of developers, drive technical innovation, and ensure the integrity and security of our blockchain solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of finance with a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of smart contracts and dApps on relevant blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon).
• Architect robust and secure blockchain solutions, ensuring scalability and performance.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code.
• Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments of smart contracts and dApps.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and implement new features and functionalities.
• Mentor and guide junior blockchain developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, cryptography, and DeFi protocols.
• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap planning for the blockchain development team.
• Participate actively in code reviews and contribute to the overall quality of the codebase.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain development.
• Proven experience in developing smart contracts using languages like Solidity, Vyper, or similar.
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.
• Familiarity with popular DeFi protocols and concepts.
• Experience with development frameworks like Hardhat, Truffle, or Ganache.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, Node.js, and web3 libraries.
• Strong understanding of security best practices in blockchain development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant token/equity compensation.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Flexible work hours and a fully remote working environment.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and skill development.
• Be part of a groundbreaking company revolutionizing the DeFi landscape.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture with global reach.