5+ years of experience in smart contract development on major blockchain platforms
Deep understanding of blockchain architecture and consensus mechanisms
Proficiency in smart contract languages such as Solidity and Rust
Familiarity with DeFi protocols and cross-chain communication
Knowledge of smart contract vulnerabilities and security best practices
Strong communication skills for explaining complex concepts
Responsibilities
Design and implement secure smart contracts and protocols across various blockchains
Collaborate with backend and product teams to create blockchain solutions
Write efficient code and conduct security audits to ensure safety
Research new blockchain technologies and integration opportunities
Assist in debugging and incident response for on-chain issues
Benefits
Opportunity to work on high-impact, complex technical problems
Engagement in a fast-paced, innovative environment
Chance to shape the future of decentralized finance
Collaboration with a skilled, cross-functional team
Access to cutting-edge blockchain technologies
Full Job Description
Role Overview
We're looking for a Protocol Engineer to join our core blockchain team and help build the foundation of Web3 payments infrastructure. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems at the intersection of smart contracts, cross-chain protocols, and decentralized finance.
You will design and implement secure, efficient smart contract systems and blockchain integrations that power millions of transactions across multiple chains. This role is perfect for a technically strong engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to shape the future of decentralized finance.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy secure smart contracts and protocol implementations across multiple blockchain platforms
Collaborate with backend and product teams to architect blockchain solutions that meet business requirements
Write highly efficient, well-tested code and participate in security audits to ensure protocol safety
Research and evaluate new blockchain technologies, protocols, and DeFi primitives for integration opportunities
Contribute to incident response and debugging on-chain issues to ensure protocol reliability
Strong experience building and deploying production smart contracts on major blockchain platforms
Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic principles
Hands-on experience with smart contract development languages (Solidity, Rust, Move, etc.)
Solid grasp of DeFi protocols, token standards, and cross-chain communication patterns
Strong security mindset with knowledge of common smart contract vulnerabilities and best practices
Clear communicator who can explain complex blockchain concepts to cross-functional teams
Nice to Have
Production experience with multiple blockchain ecosystems (Ethereum, Solana, L2s, etc.)
Previously worked at crypto startup or Web3 infrastructure company
Experience with cross-chain bridges, oracles, or interoperability protocols
Background with high-volume DeFi protocols or DEX infrastructure
Contributions to blockchain open source projects or protocol research
Experience with formal verification or advanced smart contract testing frameworks
