April 7, 2024
We are seeking a Senior Smart Contract Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in blockchain technology, particularly in smart contract development and security. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the security and integrity of our cross-chain messaging protocol and applications.
Responsibilities
- Participate in design, implementation and testing of smart contracts for Axelar’s cross-chain messaging protocol and applications.
- Conduct comprehensive security audits of smart contracts to identify and address vulnerabilities.
- Establish security processes for deployments, and operations of smart contracts.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team on smart contract security practices.
Requirements
- 5+ years of Software Development experience.
- Deep expertise in a smart contract VM (EVM/Solidity, Solana/Rust, Cosmos/Cosmwasm, etc).
- Proven experience with security audits and/or creating security processes for smart contracts, blockchains, messaging protocols, etc.
- Familiarity with cryptography is a plus.
- Familiarity with Rust is a strong plus.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to learning and adapting to new challenges.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
What’s in it for you
- Autonomous, distributed environment with the opportunity to work collaboratively in a diverse team across the world.
- The scope to contribute to high impact work and really make a difference in a decentralized protocol.
- The chance to challenge yourself whilst learning heaps of stuff in the process.
- Unlimited time off throughout the year to rest and recharge.
- Competitive compensation with stock options, experiencing growth from the initial phase.
