Senior Solidity Developer - dApp Creation

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Startup environment

Collaborative remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solidity Developer to design, test, and deploy secure smart contracts and dApps on Ethereum compatible platforms. This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere, with a focus on high-quality, gas-efficient code and scalable architecture.

You will mentor developers, review code, and collaborate with product and design teams to translate requirements into robust blockchain features, while staying current with Ethereum developments and best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years focused on Solidity and smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and a deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Experience with smart contract development frameworks such as Hardhat, Truffle, or Foundry.
• Knowledge of Web3 libraries (e.g., ethers.js, web3.js) and frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue).
• Understanding of common smart contract vulnerabilities and security best practices.
• Familiarity with DeFi protocols and ERC standards.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, suitable for a remote environment.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and gas-efficient smart contracts using Solidity.
• Build and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) and their backend integrations.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into functional smart contracts and dApp features.
• Perform thorough code reviews and implement best practices for smart contract security.
• Optimize smart contracts for performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Integrate smart contracts with frontend interfaces and other Web3 components.
• Troubleshoot and debug smart contracts and dApp functionalities.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the Ethereum ecosystem and Solidity programming.
• Contribute to the overall technical architecture and strategy for dApp development.
• Participate in the exploration of new blockchain technologies and protocols.

Skills

Solidity

EVM knowledge

Smart contract security

Web3 libraries ethers.js/web3.js

React/Vue frontend basics

Git

DeFi/ERC standards

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

Foundry

ethers.js

web3.js

React

Vue

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative startup building decentralized applications for the future of digital interaction, is seeking a talented and passionate Senior Solidity Developer . This role is fully remote, providing you with the flexibility to work from your preferred location. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts and dApps on the Ethereum blockchain and other compatible platforms. This position requires a deep understanding of Solidity, smart contract architecture, and best practices for secure development. You will work closely with a talented team of engineers, designers, and product managers to bring ambitious ideas to life in the decentralized space. We are looking for a proactive individual who can contribute to technical strategy and mentor other developers. Join us in creating the next generation of Web3 experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and gas-efficient smart contracts using Solidity.
• Build and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) and their backend integrations.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into functional smart contracts and dApp features.
• Perform thorough code reviews and implement best practices for smart contract security.
• Optimize smart contracts for performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Integrate smart contracts with frontend interfaces and other Web3 components.
• Troubleshoot and debug smart contracts and dApp functionalities.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the Ethereum ecosystem and Solidity programming.
• Contribute to the overall technical architecture and strategy for dApp development.
• Participate in the exploration of new blockchain technologies and protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years focused on Solidity and smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and a deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
• Experience with smart contract development frameworks such as Hardhat, Truffle, or Foundry.
• Knowledge of Web3 libraries (e.g., ethers.js, web3.js) and frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue).
• Understanding of common smart contract vulnerabilities and security best practices.
• Familiarity with DeFi protocols and ERC standards.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, suitable for a remote environment.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for token-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning new blockchain technologies.
• Be part of a fast-paced, innovative startup environment.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Contribute to building the future of decentralized applications.