Senior Blockchain Engineer
About the Role
You will research and prototype blockchain features such as Layer 2 solutions, cross-chain bridges, and DeFi protocols. You will design and implement secure, scalable blockchain integrations and wallet infrastructure. You will provide structured feedback to foundations on protocol design and tooling, advocate for wallet features, and partner with vendors and stakeholders to implement solutions. You will collaborate with product, engineering, and security teams to define technical requirements, mentor other engineers on blockchain technologies, and stay current with emerging protocols and industry developments.
Requirements
- 6+ years of backend development experience in modern languages (Go Python JavaScript TypeScript)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and collaborative mindset
- Knowledge of consensus mechanisms cryptographic primitives and distributed systems
- Understanding of microservices architecture and API design
- Experience working in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Previous experience in the blockchain ecosystem
- Preferred 4+ years of hands-on blockchain development experience
- Preferred experience building blockchain solutions for enterprise or institutional use cases
- Preferred understanding of security best practices for smart contracts and blockchain systems
- Preferred experience applying AI tools for programming
- Preferred experience with institutional DeFi staking protocols or custody solutions
- Preferred understanding of MPC multi-signature wallets and advanced cryptographic techniques
- Preferred experience with Docker Kubernetes and Helm
- Preferred Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field
Responsibilities
- Research and prototype Layer 2 solutions cross-chain bridges and DeFi protocols
- Design and implement secure and scalable blockchain solutions integrated with existing infrastructure
- Provide structured feedback to blockchain foundations on protocol design tooling and support
- Advocate for features or changes that benefit wallet infrastructure and users
- Establish partnerships with foundations vendors builders and customers to address challenges and implement solutions
- Collaborate with product engineering and security teams to define technical requirements
- Mentor and guide other engineers on blockchain technologies and implementations
- Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies protocols and industry developments
Benefits
- Target bonus
- Equity grant
- Generous benefits
