Senior Blockchain Engineer - dApps Focus

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health benefits

Fully remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Engineer to lead end-to-end dApp development in a remote-first startup. You will design, implement, and deploy secure smart contracts (Solidity) and integrate with modern front-end interfaces using React or Vue.js.

You will work with UI/UX, product teams, and security reviewers to ensure gas-efficient, robust applications. This role offers stock options, comprehensive health benefits, and a fully remote environment with opportunities to influence the

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and deploying production-ready dApps.
• Strong proficiency in smart contract development (Solidity) and blockchain integration.
• Experience with front-end development frameworks (React, Vue.js) and web3 libraries (ethers.js, web3.js).
• Familiarity with blockchain development tools and environments (Hardhat, Truffle).
• Good understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including consensus mechanisms and token standards.
• Knowledge of dApp security best practices and common vulnerabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable decentralized applications (dApps).
• Write secure and efficient smart contracts using languages like Solidity.
• Integrate smart contracts with user-friendly front-end interfaces using modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate requirements into functional dApps.
• Optimize dApps for performance, security, and gas efficiency.
• Conduct thorough testing, including unit, integration, and security testing of dApps and smart contracts.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in dApp development and blockchain technology.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to establishing best practices for dApp development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to dApp functionality and blockchain integration.

Skills

dApps development

Solidity

Web3 libraries

Frontend frameworks

Blockchain tools

Security best practices

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

ethers.js

web3.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly expanding startup at the forefront of decentralized application (dApp) development. We are looking for a talented Senior Blockchain Engineer with a strong focus on dApps to join our dynamic team. This fully remote position allows you to contribute to innovative projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development of dApps, from conceptualization and architecture design to implementation and deployment on various blockchain platforms. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in smart contract development, front-end integration, and a passion for building user-centric decentralized experiences. Join us to shape the future of the decentralized web and work on groundbreaking technologies in a collaborative, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable decentralized applications (dApps).
• Write secure and efficient smart contracts using languages like Solidity.
• Integrate smart contracts with user-friendly front-end interfaces using modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate requirements into functional dApps.
• Optimize dApps for performance, security, and gas efficiency.
• Conduct thorough testing, including unit, integration, and security testing of dApps and smart contracts.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in dApp development and blockchain technology.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to establishing best practices for dApp development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to dApp functionality and blockchain integration.

Requirements

• Proven experience in developing and deploying production-ready dApps.
• Strong proficiency in smart contract development (e.g., Solidity) and blockchain integration.
• Experience with front-end development frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js) and web3 libraries (e.g., ethers.js, web3.js).
• Familiarity with blockchain development tools and environments (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).
• Good understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including consensus mechanisms and token standards.
• Knowledge of dApp security best practices and common vulnerabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, stock options, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible remote work environment.
• You'll have opportunities for professional growth, attend industry conferences, and work with a passionate and innovative team.
• This role provides the freedom to work from anywhere while making a significant impact on the future of decentralized applications.
• Join a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with blockchain.