Blockchain Engineer - Smart Contracts

At Offchain Labs, we aren’t just building products: we’re leading a movement. As pioneers in blockchain scalability and security, we're at the forefront of transforming how the world interacts with decentralized applications. We're laying the foundation that will define the next generation of digital commerce, governance, and human interaction. This involves tackling real-world challenges that come with scaling blockchain technology, without compromising on its core principles: decentralization, security and transparency. At the center of this vision is our people. Our team is made up of thinkers and doers that embrace new challenges and seek solutions that push existing boundaries. If you’re energized by solving unprecedented problems, and believe in the role that decentralized systems will play in creating a more equitable digital future, then we want to hear from you. Why Offchain Labs? Offchain Labs is setting the pace for the entire Ethereum ecosystem. We built the Arbitrum stack that powers Arbitrum One, the most widely adopted Ethereum scaling solution that exists today. Arbitrum’s ecosystem is undergoing tremendous growth with hundreds of projects and dApps on Arbitrum One today. Over 100 different teams have used Offchain Labs technology to build their own Arbitrum chains. Major players in the space, Robinhood, BlackRock, Ethena Labs, Securitize, Aave, and Apechain are all using the Arbitrum stack. Arbitrum’s thriving ecosystem wouldn’t exist without our advanced technology stack. Arbitrum, Prysm, ZeroDev. These aren’t just product names. These are tools that are actively reshaping what's possible on Ethereum and advancing its core infrastructure. To top it all off? We’re backed by $124 million in funding. We’ve demonstrated consistent execution with billions in secured value, thousands of supported projects, and infrastructure processing millions of transactions seamlessly. The Role: • As part of the Blockchain Engineering team at Offchain Labs, you'll get to work on the cutting edge of blockchain development solving novel technical, economic, and social challenges. In this role you’ll work on the full lifecycle of smart contracts involved in the Arbitrum Nitro stack, including helping develop specifications, prototyping, developing production code, engaging in rigorous testing, and working directly with external auditors. You’ll collaborate closely with our research team, product team, and company leaders, including our CTO. Who you are: • Deep understanding of blockchain development at the protocol level of the Ethereum Network • Experience with solidity and other Web3 related technologies • Possess a strong sense of ownership in your work, which drives you to find ways to do things better and faster • Always up-to-speed on the latest technologies • Constantly on the lookout for new and innovative ways to solve complex problems through rigorous experimentation • Possess a great attention to detail • Your communication style is open, transparent, and direct, and you consistently work in tight collaboration with your teammates • Security-minded and always keeping an eye out for potential threats and vulnerabilities in your code • Always open to feedback, new ideas, and opportunities for self-improvement • You look for ways to help out beyond the scope of your day-to-day work What you'll need: • 2 years of experience working with blockchain technology • Eager to bring cutting-edge research to the real world and help build a platform for the next generation of cryptocurrency applications • Mastered CS fundamentals, either in a formal university program or through self-learning Perks: • Remote-first global workforce + NY office • Annual company offsite + team onsites • Professional reimbursement program (facilitates industry conference attendance, certifications, and more) • Medical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries) • 401k retirement plan + company match (US only) • Wellness stipend • Home office set up / ergonomic equipment program Attention Offchain Labs Job Seekers: This role cannot be performed in California, or Colorado. Please be advised that there has been a rise in fraudulent recruiter activities, particularly within the Web3 space. If you would like to confirm whether someone is an OCL employee or the legitimacy of an offer you received, please email [email protected] At Offchain Labs, we are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply and join our team. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply tot his job