Smart Contract Developer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Crypto-based bonuses

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Smart Contract Developer to join a fully remote team and contribute to innovative decentralized applications. You will write, test, and deploy secure contracts on leading blockchain platforms, collaborating with a global team of engineers and product managers from your workspace.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in software development with 2+ years in smart contract work, strong Solidity skills, and experience with Truffle or Hardhat.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development with at least 2 years in smart contract development
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with Truffle or Hardhat
• Strong understanding of blockchain concepts including security vulnerabilities, gas optimization, and consensus mechanisms
• Experience with Web3 libraries such as Web3.js and Ethers.js
• Familiarity with Git and version control practices

Responsibilities

• Develop, audit, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity or similar languages
• Design and implement decentralized applications (dApps) that interact with smart contracts
• Write unit and integration tests for smart contracts to ensure functionality and security
• Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate contracts into the application stack
• Stay updated on blockchain advancements and security best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and performance issues in deployed contracts

Skills

Solidity

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Gas optimization

Smart contract security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Truffle

Hardhat

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Smart Contract Developer to join their fully remote team and contribute to the development of innovative decentralized applications. You will play a key role in writing, testing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts on leading blockchain platforms. This position is perfect for an individual passionate about the potential of blockchain technology and eager to work on cutting-edge projects. You will collaborate with a global team of engineers and product managers, contributing to a robust and secure ecosystem from the comfort of your own workspace, embracing a fully remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, audit, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity or similar languages.
• Design and implement decentralized applications (dApps) that interact with smart contracts.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests for smart contracts to ensure functionality and security.
• Collaborate with front-end and back-end developers to integrate smart contracts into the overall application architecture.
• Research and stay updated on the latest advancements in blockchain technology and smart contract development best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and performance issues in deployed smart contracts.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years focused on smart contract development .
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with development environments like Truffle or Hardhat.
• Strong understanding of blockchain principles, including consensus mechanisms, gas optimization, and security vulnerabilities.
• Experience with common Web3 libraries (e.g., Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for cryptocurrency-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the rapidly evolving crypto space .
• A dynamic and collaborative international team environment.