Charles Schwab

Engineer, Blockchain Platforms

Charles Schwab$120K — $145K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience with blockchain or distributed ledger systems
  • Strong knowledge of Layer?1 blockchain protocols and transaction lifecycles
  • Experience in backend services, APIs, and infrastructure components
  • Proficient in languages such as Go, Java, Rust, or Python
  • Ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate existing Layer?1 blockchains with Schwab systems
  • Evaluate and enhance Layer?1 capabilities for custody and scalability
  • Understand chain mechanics including transaction lifecycle and event propagation
  • Design and create core blockchain infrastructure services
  • Ensure accuracy and performance of blockchain data pipelines
  • Contribute to wallet architecture and transaction signing workflows
  • Share responsibility for custody-related blockchain workflows.

Benefits

  • Access to modern engineering tools including GenAI and agentic AI
  • Opportunities to collaborate across various teams in crypto custody
  • Involvement in shaping scalable custody and tokenization solutions
  • Ability to work in a cutting-edge field combining finance and blockchain technology.
Full Job Description
We are hiring an Engineer, Blockchain Platforms to help build and integrate the blockchain infrastructure layer that underpins Schwab’s digital asset custody and tokenization platforms.

 

This is a hands‑on engineering role focused on Layer‑1 blockchain integration, core blockchain infrastructure components, wallet engineering, and custody‑related blockchain workflows. The role works in close partnership with Crypto Custody Lead Engineers and Crypto Security Engineers to ensure blockchain interactions are secure, reliable, observable, and production‑ready. This engineer operates at the intersection of blockchain protocol mechanics and institutional custody systems.

 

What This Engineer Will Do

Layer‑1 Blockchain Integration & Platforms

  • Integrate Schwab systems with existing Layer‑1 blockchains (e.g., Ethereum‑based or other enterprise‑relevant L1s).

  • Evaluate and, where appropriate, contribute to building or extending Layer‑1 capabilities to meet custody, scalability, or resiliency needs.

  • Understand chain‑level mechanics such as transaction lifecycle, finality, forks, reorgs, and event propagation.

  • Ensure blockchain integrations are reliable under stress conditions and production loads.

Blockchain Infrastructure Components

  • Design and build core blockchain infrastructure services, including:

    • Indexers and event processors

    • Block explorers and observability tooling

    • Chain data services and APIs

    • Interoperability and cross‑chain integration components

  • Ensure blockchain data pipelines are accurate, performant, and auditable.

  • Support operational tooling required for troubleshooting, monitoring, and incident response.

Wallet Architecture & Development

  • Contribute to wallet architecture and development, including:

    • Blockchain‑facing wallet services

    • Transaction creation, signing workflows, and submission pipelines

    • Integration with custody key management systems (MPC, HSMs, signing services)

  • Ensure wallet implementations cleanly separate protocol logic, security controls, and business rules.

  • Partner closely with custody and security engineers to validate end‑to‑end transaction flows.

Custody‑Related Blockchain Workflows

  • Share responsibility for custody‑related blockchain workflows, including:

    • On‑chain transaction execution

    • Event monitoring and reconciliation

    • Chain‑specific failure handling and recovery patterns

  • Help define safe patterns for interacting with smart contracts and token standards from custody platforms.

  • Ensure blockchain workflows align with custody policies, approvals, and risk controls.

Engineering Rigor & AI‑Augmented Development

  • Apply modern engineering practices to build reliable, testable, and observable blockchain services.

  • Leverage GenAI and agentic AI tools to accelerate:

    • Protocol analysis

    • Code development and testing

    • Documentation and knowledge sharing

  • Maintain engineering rigor—speed without sacrificing correctness or safety.

What you have

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.

  • Hands‑on experience building or integrating blockchain or distributed ledger systems.

  • Strong understanding of Layer‑1 blockchain protocols and transaction lifecycles.

  • Experience building backend services, APIs, and infrastructure components.

  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Go, Java, Rust, Python, or similar.

  • Ability to work effectively across custody, security, and platform teams.

Strongly Preferred

  • Experience with blockchain indexers, explorers, or chain analytics systems.

  • Familiarity with wallet architecture and blockchain signing workflows.

  • Exposure to crypto custody platforms or security‑sensitive financial systems.

  • Strong debugging instincts in distributed, asynchronous environments.

  • Experience using AI tooling to support complex software development.

What Success Looks Like

  • Blockchain integrations are predictable, observable, and resilient.

  • Wallet and transaction pipelines behave correctly across normal and edge‑case chain conditions.

  • Custody systems interact with blockchains safely and consistently.

  • Incidents related to blockchain dependencies are well understood and quickly diagnosed.

  • This role establishes strong foundations for scalable digital‑asset custody and tokenization platforms.

 

"In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities."

 

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

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Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

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Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
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