Remote Senior Blockchain Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 2,028,000 - 3,548,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Blockchain Developer to join a global, fully remote team. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable smart contracts (Solidity) and dApps, collaborating closely with product managers and engineers to define technical specs and ensure secure, high-quality solutions.

Ideal candidates have deep EVM knowledge, experience with Hardhat/Truffle/Foundry, and proficiency in ethers.js or web3.js. A Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Blockchain Developer focused on smart contracts.
• Proficient in Solidity and frameworks like Hardhat, Truffle or Foundry.
• Deep understanding of EVM and blockchain concepts.
• Experience deploying dApps and smart contracts on mainnet.
• Knowledge of security best practices and vulnerability mitigation.
• Experience with web3 libraries (ethers.js, web3.js) and APIs.
• Knowledge of JavaScript and/or Python is beneficial.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous team.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure smart contracts using Solidity.
• Build and maintain dApps and related backend services.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define requirements.
• Write clean, tested, maintainable code with code reviews.
• Integrate blockchain solutions with APIs and third-party services.
• Research new blockchain technologies and tools.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical roadmap.

Skills

Smart contract development

Solidity

Web3 libraries

DApps development

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Foundry

ethers.js

web3.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in the decentralized application (dApp) space, is seeking an experienced Remote Senior Blockchain Developer to join their fully remote, global team. This role is essential for the design, development, and deployment of innovative blockchain solutions that power our client's next-generation platform. You will work on challenging projects, leveraging your expertise in smart contract development, distributed systems, and blockchain architecture. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for decentralization and a proven track record of delivering high-quality blockchain applications. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading-edge company from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and secure smart contracts using Solidity.
• Build and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) and related backend services.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define project requirements and technical specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Integrate blockchain solutions with existing systems, APIs, and third-party services.
• Research and evaluate new blockchain technologies, protocols, and tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to the architectural decisions and technical roadmap of the platform.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Requirements

• Significant experience as a Blockchain Developer, with a strong focus on smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with blockchain development frameworks like Hardhat, Truffle, or Foundry.
• Deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and blockchain concepts.
• Experience developing and deploying dApps and smart contracts on mainnet.
• Familiarity with common blockchain security best practices and vulnerability mitigation.
• Experience with web3 libraries (e.g., ethers.js, web3.js) and APIs.
• Knowledge of other programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python) is beneficial.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a remote, asynchronous team setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position, offering exceptional flexibility and autonomy. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and performance bonuses. You'll have access to continuous professional development, including online courses, workshops, and conference attendance. Join a forward-thinking company and contribute to shaping the future of decentralized technology.