VALR is hiring a
Blockchain Engineer, Remote - Worldwide
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Summary
As a Blockchain Engineer at VALR, you will design, develop, and maintain blockchain-based systems to enhance the functionality and security of their platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage cloud infrastructure, and have extensive experience with NodeJS, Docker, Kubernetes, and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Requirements
- Practical experience is more relevant than a formal qualification
- Extensive experience with NodeJS, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure
- 6+ years of experience working in production environments
- Proficiency in managing blockchain nodes for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies
- Strong understanding of blockchain principles, protocols, and cryptographic techniques
- Advanced understanding of security principles and practices
- Familiarity with Solidity and Typescript
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
- Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable and secure blockchain solutions
- Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends
- Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams
- Passion for cryptocurrencies and alternative financial systems
- A natural inclination to help people and the ability to explain technical details simply
Responsibilities
- Design and implement blockchain solutions to enhance the functionality and security of our platform
- Develop and maintain blockchain nodes for various cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum
- Develop and deploy NodeJS workers within our infrastructure to interface seamlessly with blockchain nodes’ HTTP or WebSocket interfaces
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate blockchain technology into existing systems and processes
- Ensure the reliability and performance of blockchain infrastructure through continuous monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting
- Manage cloud infrastructure using Docker, Kubernetes, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Utilize RabbitMQ and other messaging protocols for efficient communication between system components
- Implement monitoring and analytics tools such as Grafana and Prometheus to track system metrics and performance
- Proactively subscribe and engage with relevant Discord, Telegram, and Github channels to foster strong relationships within the web3 community
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Leave: Compliance with statutory leave required by individual countries, in addition to flexible leave
- Remote work
- Home office setup: A Mac laptop and a discretionary allowance to buy all the extras needed to work happily from home—all of it yours to keep after three years. Terms and Conditions will apply
- Learning fund: An annual upskilling budget of R16,000 per employee, which will be converted to the respective currency of the employee's payment, in addition to scheduled VALR training
- Performance bonus: When you contribute to VALR’s success, you’ll be rewarded with discretionary bonuses
- Regular get-togethers outside of work
- Annual company retreats
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