Senior Smart Contract Developer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Stellenbosch living environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Senior Smart Contract Developer to design, develop, and audit secure contracts for our blockchain platforms. You will work closely with product and engineering teams to turn requirements into reliable on-chain logic.

The role demands 5+ years in software development, with at least 3 years in smart contracts, strong Solidity skills, and experience with Hardhat or Truffle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• At least 3 years focused on smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and blockchain platforms.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Write, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts for various blockchain platforms.
• Conduct thorough audits and code reviews of smart contracts to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to translate business requirements into functional smart contract logic.
• Optimize smart contract performance and gas usage for cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for smart contracts and related protocols.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in smart contract development and blockchain security.

Skills

Solidity

Smart contract development

Blockchain architecture

Cryptography

Auditing

Education

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

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Smart Contract Developer to join their innovative team in Stellenbosch . You will be responsible for designing, developing, and auditing secure and efficient smart contracts that form the backbone of our client's decentralized applications and platforms. This role requires a meticulous approach to coding, a deep understanding of blockchain security principles, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the crypto and blockchain space. You will work closely with product and engineering teams to bring cutting-edge solutions to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts for various blockchain platforms.
• Conduct thorough audits and code reviews of smart contracts to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to translate business requirements into functional smart contract logic.
• Optimize smart contract performance and gas usage for cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for smart contracts and related protocols.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in smart contract development and blockchain security.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, or Polygon.
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, and decentralized application design patterns.
• Experience with common smart contract development frameworks and tools (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• A leading salary with potential for performance-based bonuses or token grants.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects within the fast-evolving blockchain industry.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and training.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in the vibrant setting of Stellenbosch .