Senior Web3 Developer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Health insurance

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Web3 Developer to join a fully remote team building scalable dApps and smart contracts. You will drive technical vision, design secure blockchain-based solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects.

The ideal candidate has strong Solidity and JavaScript experience, hands-on with React/Node.js, IPFS, and oracles, and a proven track record delivering production-grade Web3 applications in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Web3 Developer or Smart Contract Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Solidity, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React and Node.js.
• Deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals, wallets, transactions, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with decentralized storage (IPFS) and oracles.
• Security best practices for smart contracts and dApps.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts.
• Implement and integrate with blockchain protocols, APIs, and SDKs.
• Develop front-end and back-end components for Web3 applications.
• Write clean, efficient, secure, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers to bring dApps to life.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of dApps and smart contracts.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in Web3, blockchain, and crypto.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's growth.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold high software quality.

Skills

Web3 development

Smart contracts

JavaScript

Solidity

React

Node.js

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

ethers.js

IPFS

Node.js

React

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering company in the decentralized web space, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Web3 Developer to join their fully remote team. This role is critical for developing and enhancing decentralized applications (dApps) and protocols that are shaping the future of the internet. You will be instrumental in building scalable, secure, and user-friendly Web3 experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of blockchain technologies, smart contracts, and the broader decentralized ecosystem. This is a remote-first position, allowing you to work from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking projects within the Crypto & Blockchain domain. We are looking for an innovative thinker with a passion for decentralization and a proven track record in building complex Web3 applications. You will play a key role in driving the technical vision and execution of our next-generation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts.
• Implement and integrate with blockchain protocols, APIs, and SDKs.
• Develop front-end and back-end components for Web3 applications.
• Write clean, efficient, secure, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers to bring dApps to life.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of dApps and smart contracts.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrency.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's technical growth.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold high standards of software quality.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Web3 Developer or Smart Contract Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in languages like Solidity, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React, Node.js, or ethers.js.
• Deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including wallets, transaction processing, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with decentralized storage solutions (e.g., IPFS) and oracles.
• Familiarity with security best practices for smart contracts and dApps.
• Experience with testing frameworks and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive annual salary, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance. Employees have the flexibility to work from anywhere, fostering an excellent work-life balance. Our client invests in professional development, offering opportunities for training, certifications, and attendance at virtual industry conferences. You will be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team focused on innovation in the decentralized space. This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career in Web3 from the comfort of your home.