Blockchain Engineer - Payments at Kredete

About the job

• Kredete is a financial software platform dedicated to empowering African immigrants in the diaspora.
• We facilitate instant money transfers to over 20+ countries with low fees and help our users build credit through innovative utilization of web3 technology.
• As we expand our services, we are looking for a skilled Blockchain Engineer to join our team and lead the development of our cross-border payment infrastructure on crypto rails.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement blockchain-based payment solutions to enable cross-border transactions.
• Lead the architecture and development of secure, scalable, and efficient blockchain infrastructure.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and other stakeholders to integrate blockchain technology seamlessly into our platform.
• Ensure the security and reliability of the blockchain network, including smart contract development and deployment.
• Conduct thorough testing and audits of blockchain code to identify and fix vulnerabilities.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in blockchain technology and incorporate best practices into the development process.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers on the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in blockchain development, with a focus on payment systems and cross-border transactions.
• Strong proficiency in blockchain technologies such as Ethereum, Stellar, Tezos or other relevant platforms.
• Experience with smart contract development, particularly in Solidity or similar languages.
• Familiarity with cryptographic principles and security protocols related to blockchain.
• Proven track record of designing and deploying large-scale blockchain solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex blockchain concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with integrating blockchain technology into existing financial systems.
• Knowledge of web3 technology and its applications in credit building.
• Prior experience with payment processing or financial software platforms.
• Contributions to open-source blockchain projects.