Smart Contract Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 400.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking a Smart Contract Developer to design, test, and deploy secure contracts across blockchain platforms. This hybrid role involves collaborating with engineers and product specialists to build fintech solutions.

The ideal candidate has a CS/Engineering degree and 2+ years of software development with at least 1 year in blockchain, Solidity, and Web3 libraries. You will work in a fast-growing fintech environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of software development experience with at least 1 year focused on blockchain and smart contract development.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible chains.
• Familiarity with smart contract development frameworks like Hardhat or Truffle.
• Understanding of blockchain principles, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.
• Experience with web3 libraries (e.g., Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Knowledge of common smart contract vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilidades

• Write, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity.
• Develop decentralized applications (dApps) and integrate them with smart contracts.
• Collaborate with backend and frontend developers to ensure seamless integration.
• Perform code reviews and participate in security audits of smart contracts.
• Troubleshoot and debug smart contract issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in smart contract development and blockchain technology.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of blockchain solutions.
• Document smart contract functionality and usage.
• Optimize smart contracts for gas efficiency and performance.
• Research and implement best practices for smart contract security.

Conocimientos

Solidity

Web3 libraries

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

Cryptography fundamentals

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Herramientas

Hardhat

Truffle

Ethereum

EVM compatible chains

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic fintech startup, is looking for a talented Smart Contract Developer to join their growing team in Polokwane, Limpopo . This hybrid role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure and efficient smart contracts on various blockchain platforms. You will be a key contributor to building decentralized applications that power innovative financial services. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, a deep understanding of blockchain principles, and a passion for creating secure and reliable code within the Crypto & Blockchain ecosystem. You will work collaboratively with a talented group of engineers and product specialists.

Key Responsibilities

Write, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts using languages like Solidity. Develop decentralized applications (dApps) and integrate them with smart contracts. Collaborate with backend and frontend developers to ensure seamless integration. Perform code reviews and participate in security audits of smart contracts. Troubleshoot and debug smart contract issues. Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in smart contract development and blockchain technology. Contribute to the design and architecture of blockchain solutions. Document smart contract functionality and usage. Optimize smart contracts for gas efficiency and performance. Research and implement best practices for smart contract security.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 2+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 1 year focused on blockchain and smart contract development. Proficiency in Solidity and experience with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible chains. Familiarity with smart contract development frameworks like Hardhat or Truffle. Understanding of blockchain principles, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography. Experience with web3 libraries (e.g., Web3.js, Ethers.js). Knowledge of common smart contract vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment. Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development in the exciting field of Crypto & Blockchain . This hybrid role based in Polokwane provides a stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration. Additional benefits include performance bonuses and participation in industry-leading projects. You'll be part of a forward-thinking company making a real impact.