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Software Engineer (Blockchain)

Unlock employer Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posted: 20 Jan 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $80k - $120k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Hybrid
  • Apply from abroad
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

About the Job:
The company is at the forefront of the DeFi ecosystem, creating financial freedom for users globally. Our products are designed to empower users and developers to trade, hold, and track digital assets with self-custody, security, and an intuitive experience, thus enabling true crypto ownership. We are looking for Blockchain Engineers at various levels of experience who have a "Get Stuff Done" mentality and a passion for innovation.

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As a vital member of our team, you will design, develop, and optimize smart contracts and blockchain infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver who can navigate the rapidly changing crypto market while maintaining high security and quality standards. You will collaborate closely with the CPO, product teams, and fellow engineers to deliver innovative and secure solutions within the DeFi space. Your commitment to decentralization and open-source development will be critical to our success in building a robust and forward-thinking platform.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and optimize blockchain product architecture focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
  • Lead the development, auditing, and integration of smart contracts within decentralized protocols.
  • Conduct technical research and proof-of-concept experiments, implementing best practices in blockchain development.
  • Develop and enhance cross-chain interoperability solutions.
  • Define and implement effective CI/CD processes for blockchain development.
  • Ensure security best practices by analyzing potential attack vectors.
  • Mentor developers and enforce best practices in blockchain engineering.
  • Monitor emerging blockchain and crypto technologies.

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in blockchain engineering.
  • In-depth understanding of blockchain ecosystems, smart contracts (Solidity, Yul, EVM), and decentralized applications (dApps).
  • Hands-on experience with Ethereum, Layer 2 solutions, and cross-chain protocols.
  • Proven technical leadership and experience in mentoring development teams (Senior Level and above).
  • Strong background in blockchain security with smart contract auditing experience.

Skills:

  • Proficiency in Solidity, Yul, Rust, TypeScript.
  • Experience with smart contract development and deployment frameworks (Foundry, Hardhat).
  • Understanding of DeFi protocols, AMMs, and oracle integrations.
  • Expertise in smart contract auditing methodologies.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

  • Join a young, creative team in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
  • Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience.
  • Be part of a company shaping the future of DeFi.
  • Unlimited vacation days to take the time you need.
  • Full compensation for your work gear to set you up for success.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Remote available)
Work Conditions: Full-time, Remote available within +/- 4 hours GMT
Language Requirements: Please refer to specific language preferences during the hiring process.

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