Senior Blockchain Engineer
- sunderland, tyne and wear, SR1 1BB, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
- £85,000 - £85,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and scaling our client's innovative blockchain platform. You will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex decentralized systems, working on challenging problems in the Crypto & Blockchain space. This position offers the unique advantage of a remote-first environment, allowing you to collaborate with a diverse, globally distributed team while maintaining flexibility. If you are a seasoned blockchain professional seeking to make a significant impact from anywhere, this is the ideal opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy scalable and secure blockchain solutions and decentralized applications (dApps).
- Write robust, well-tested code for smart contracts and core blockchain protocols.
- Optimize blockchain network performance, transaction speed, and security measures.
- Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define and implement new features.
- Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production blockchain environments.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in blockchain development .
- In-depth knowledge of blockchain technologies, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
- Proficiency in blockchain programming languages such as Solidity , Go, Rust, or Java.
- Experience with developing and deploying smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum or similar.
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and network protocols.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a remote-first , asynchronous work environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Fully remote working arrangement with flexible hours.
- Opportunity to shape the future of innovative blockchain technology .
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous annual leave and professional development budget.


