Senior Blockchain Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive salary

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous leave & holidays

Learning budget & development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Blockchain Developer to design, build and deploy smart contracts and dApps in a remote role. You will architect robust blockchain solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to advance our decentralized finance initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of software development with 4+ years in blockchain, deep Solidity expertise, and strong web3 experience across Ethereum, Polygon or BSC networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of software development experience, 4+ years in blockchain.
• Expertise in Solidity and frameworks like Truffle or Hardhat.
• Proficiency with web3 libraries and blockchain interaction tools.
• Strong cryptography and distributed ledger knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deploy smart contracts and dApps on major blockchains.
• Architect scalable and secure blockchain solutions for business needs.
• Collaborate with product, design and engineers in a remote setting.
• Write clean, maintainable code and perform code reviews.
• Mentor junior developers and improve development processes.

Skills

Solidity

Truffle/Hardhat

Web3.js / ethers

Cryptography

DApps deployment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Truffle

Hardhat

CI/CD tooling

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in decentralized finance solutions, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Blockchain Developer to join their fully remote team. This position is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a self-directed environment and is passionate about building the next generation of blockchain applications. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying complex smart contracts and decentralized applications, contributing significantly to our client's innovative product suite. We are looking for a candidate with a deep understanding of blockchain architecture, a strong command of development best practices, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of finance from the comfort of your own home, collaborating with a world-class team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) on various blockchain platforms.
• Architect robust, scalable, and secure blockchain solutions tailored to specific business needs.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers in a remote-first setting.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, participate in technical discussions, and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Research and integrate emerging blockchain technologies and tools.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and team collaboration tools.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge across the engineering team.
• Ensure the security and performance of all deployed blockchain solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience, with at least 4 years focused on blockchain development.
• Expertise in smart contract programming languages such as Solidity and experience with frameworks like Truffle or Hardhat.
• Proficiency with web3 libraries and blockchain interaction tools.
• Strong understanding of blockchain principles, cryptography, and distributed ledger technology.
• Experience developing and deploying dApps on major blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, BSC).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, adept at using digital tools for teamwork.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for blockchain projects is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Fully remote position offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge decentralized finance projects.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and a budget for learning resources.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse global team.