About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in decentralized finance (DeFi), is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Smart Contract Developer to guide their engineering efforts. This role, based in Kimberley , offers a hybrid work model, allowing for collaboration in our office and the flexibility of remote work. You will be responsible for the design, development, and deployment of high-quality, secure, and efficient smart contracts that form the backbone of our DeFi products. This leadership position requires not only deep technical expertise but also the ability to mentor a team, define best practices, and contribute to the strategic technical direction of the company. If you are passionate about blockchain technology and have a proven track record of delivering robust smart contract solutions,

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of complex smart contracts on platforms such as Ethereum and Polygon.
- Architect and implement secure, gas-efficient, and scalable smart contract solutions.
- Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and security protocols for smart contract development.
- Mentor and guide a team of smart contract developers, fostering their growth and productivity.
- Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring code quality, security, and performance.
- Collaborate with product management and other engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Research and evaluate current blockchain technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve development processes.




- Oversee the integration of smart contracts with front-end applications and other backend services.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to smart contract functionality and on-chain operations.
- Contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap for the blockchain initiatives.

Requirements

- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused on blockchain and smart contract development.
- Expertise in Solidity and extensive experience with smart contract development frameworks (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle, Foundry).
- Deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), gas optimization, and blockchain security principles.
- Proven experience architecting and leading the development of complex DeFi protocols or dApps.
- Strong knowledge of common smart contract vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
- Experience with security auditing and formal verification techniques is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and backend development (Node.js) is a plus.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly attractive salary, significant stock options, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, and a generous budget for professional development. You will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, work with a talented and driven team, and shape the future of decentralized finance. The hybrid work model in Kimberley provides the flexibility to balance your work and life effectively.

📌 Lead Smart Contract Developer (Kimberley)
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