Blockchain Developer

The ideal candidate for the role of Blockchain Developer at our Stealth Prop-tech startup will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend services and APIs to connect our Property Search platform with blockchain networks. You will play a crucial role in integrating real estate tokenization platforms and managing the flow of data related to property tokens and ownership. Your tasks will include building API endpoints for frontend applications to interact with blockchain functionalities, ensuring data consistency between on-chain state and off-chain databases, implementing event listeners for smart contract monitoring, and collaborating with the security team to ensure the security of integration points. Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to blockchain connectivity and third-party API integrations will also be part of your responsibilities. To qualify for this role, you should have 3-5+ years of experience in backend software development, with a minimum of 2+ years focused on integrating systems with blockchain technology. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Proficiency in a modern backend language such as Node.js, Python, or Go is essential, along with hands-on experience in interacting with blockchain networks using libraries like Ethers.js, Web3.js, or similar. A solid understanding of blockchain fundamentals, smart contracts, and wallet interactions, as well as experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and API design, are also necessary. Preferred qualifications for this role include experience in the PropTech or FinTech sectors, familiarity with the regulatory landscape in the UAE (particularly the VARA framework for virtual assets), experience working in a cloud environment (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure), knowledge of message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) for handling blockchain events, and experience with secure key management and custody solutions.,