Smart Contract Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Learning & development support

Collaborative culture

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Smart Contract Developer to join their client’s team in Polokwane. The role focuses on designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure smart contracts for diverse blockchain applications, with collaboration across engineers and product managers to deliver decentralized solutions.

You should have a CS/Engineering degree and 2+ years in software development, with proficiency in Solidity and Hardhat/Truffle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of software development with a focus on smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with development frameworks (Hardhat or Truffle).
• Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals including cryptography and distributed ledger technology.
• Experience with token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721) and DeFi protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and audited smart contracts on Ethereum, Polygon, or similar platforms.
• Write clean, maintainable Solidity/Vyper code.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate contracts into dApps.
• Perform code reviews and participate in security audits.

Skills

Solidity

Hardhat/Truffle

Blockchain fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Hardhat

Truffle

ERC-20

ERC-721

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Smart Contract Developer to join their innovative team in Polokwane . This role is focused on designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts for various blockchain applications. You will work collaboratively with a team of engineers and product managers to bring complex decentralized solutions to life. This is an exciting opportunity for a developer passionate about blockchain technology to contribute to cutting-edge projects and gain deep expertise in a rapidly evolving field, within a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy secure and audited smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum, Polygon, or similar.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using languages such as Solidity or Vyper.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to integrate smart contracts into decentralized applications (dApps).
• Perform code reviews and participate in security audits to ensure contract integrity.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to smart contract execution and deployment.
• Stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in smart contract development and blockchain technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in software development, with a demonstrated focus on smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with development frameworks (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle).
• Understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including cryptography and distributed ledger technology.
• Experience with token standards (e.g., ERC-20, ERC-721) and DeFi protocols is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote and office-based work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Support for continuous learning, including training and conference attendance.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and growth.