Senior Blockchain Developer: Remote, DeFi & Smart Contracts

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Token-based pay

Professional development

Industry conferences

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Blockchain Developer to design, develop, and deploy secure smart contracts across Ethereum-compatible platforms. Join a remote-first team delivering scalable dApps from a home office, collaborating with a global group of experts.

Applicants should have a strong Solidity background, a proven smart contract portfolio, and solid cryptography knowledge. You will mentor teammates and contribute to cutting-edge DeFi initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Blockchain Developer with a strong portfolio of smart contract deployments.
• Expertise in Solidity and familiarity with various blockchain protocols (Ethereum etc.).
• Experience with decentralized application (dApp) development and related tools.
• Proficiency in cryptographic principles and security best practices for blockchain.
• Excellent problem-solving skills in a distributed, asynchronous work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust and secure smart contracts using Solidity and other relevant languages.
• Test, audit, and debug smart contracts to ensure security and performance.
• Integrate blockchain solutions with existing systems and external applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define requirements and specs.
• Stay updated on blockchain tech and best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and foster knowledge sharing.

Skills

Solidity

Blockchain development

DApp development

Security best practices

Cryptography

Distributed teamwork

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Blockchain Developer to design, develop, and deploy secure smart contracts across Ethereum-compatible platforms. Join a remote-first team delivering scalable dApps from a home office, collaborating with a global group of experts.

Applicants should have a strong Solidity background, a proven smart contract portfolio, and solid cryptography knowledge. You will mentor teammates and contribute to cutting-edge DeFi initiatives in a fast-paced environment.