Remote Blockchain Software Developer

Summary

Join our team as a Blockchain Software Developer and contribute to the application of blockchain technology in the fight against climate change. As a volunteer, you will provide software development support, conduct research and analysis, engage with stakeholders, and establish strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or training in a relevant discipline, e.g. Computing, Engineering, Math, Physics, etc (Master's or Ph.D. are a plus)
• Experience in producing research outputs and structured reports for different audiences
• Minimum one year’s solid experience in developing blockchain systems
• Familiar with mainstream public chains, such as Bitcoin, Hyperledger, Ethereum, Tether, EOS, Ripple, and Monero
• Sound knowledge of Linux and Cloud infrastructure (e.g. AWS, Azure)
• Familiar with third-party tools such as GitHub and other open-source projects
• Familiar with consensus mechanisms and encryption algorithms such as PoW, PoS, DPos, PBFT, RPCA, and Raft
• Experience with software development, e.g. Java, C++, Solidity, JS, Go, Python
• Experience developing smart contracts within existing and emerging DLTs and knowledge of standards for token contracts (e.g. ERC20)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and other aspects of Microservice Architectures and DevOps

Responsibilities

• To provide software development support (including blockchain coding or engineering) across BCI, especially in Research Divisions I and II
• To provide inputs for Councils established under the BCI Fellowship Scheme
• To support the development of Proof-of-Concept DLT applications across sectors (e.g. Finance, Energy, etc)
• To attend conferences and events to promote the BCI, demonstrate prototypes, and engage with key stakeholders

Benefits

• Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose
• You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection