Senior Blockchain Developer - Decentralized Applications

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic, innovative work environment

Exposure to cutting-edge blockchain

Hybrid work arrangement

Pension fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Developer to drive innovation in decentralized applications. You will design, develop, test, and deploy secure smart contracts across Ethereum-like platforms and collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams in a hybrid Pietermaritzburg-based office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in blockchain development, strong portfolio of deployed dApps, and expertise in Solidity, Vyper or Rust, plus frontend and backend experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Blockchain Developer with deployed dApps and smart contracts.
• Proficiency in Solidity, Vyper, or Rust.
• Experience with Truffle, Hardhat, Ganache, Web3.js/Ethers.js.
• Strong understanding of cryptography, consensus mechanisms, and distributed systems.
• Frontend (React/Vue/Angular) and backend (Node.js/Python) experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with multiple blockchain platforms and their nuances.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy smart contracts on blockchain platforms.
• Architect and implement scalable dApps from concept to production.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to define features.
• Integrate blockchain technologies with existing systems and services.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain high standards of quality and security.
• Stay updated on blockchain, cryptography and distributed ledger advancements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve blockchain network and dApp issues.
• Contribute to technical documentation and best practices.

Skills

5+ years experience

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cryptography

Consensus mechanisms

Distributed systems

React

Vue

Angular

Node.js

Python

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Truffle

Hardhat

Ganache

Web3.js

Ethers.js

React

Vue

Angular

Node.js

Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in the blockchain space, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Blockchain Developer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for driving innovation in decentralized application development. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge blockchain solutions that address complex real-world problems. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of blockchain architecture, smart contract development, and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, shape the future of decentralized technology, and contribute to a rapidly growing industry.

The position is based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, offering a hybrid work model that blends the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative environment of our client's state-of-the-art offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts on various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon).
• Architect and implement scalable decentralized applications (dApps) from concept to production.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and build new features.
• Integrate blockchain technologies with existing systems and third-party services.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and contribute to maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
• Research and stay abreast of the latest developments in blockchain technology, cryptography, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to blockchain networks and dApps.
• Contribute to the development of technical documentation and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Blockchain Developer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of deployed dApps and smart contracts.
• Proficiency in smart contract programming languages such as Solidity, Vyper, or Rust.
• Experience with blockchain frameworks and tools like Truffle, Hardhat, Ganache, and Web3.js/Ethers.js.
• Solid understanding of cryptographic principles, consensus mechanisms, and distributed systems.
• Experience with front-end development (React, Vue, Angular) and back-end development (Node.js, Python) is a plus.
• Familiarity with different blockchain platforms and their specific technical nuances.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in our Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment with a talented team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge blockchain projects and technologies.
• Hybrid work arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.
• Pension fund contributions.