Summary

Note: Please note this is for Bangalore, India. You only need to apply to one location if there are multiple listed for the job.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Blockchain to join our Engineering team in India.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Design and develop applications that interact with multiple blockchain networks, facilitating reading from and writing to these networks.
• Create and send transactions to different blockchain networks, ensuring smooth and secure data transfer.
• Collaborate with other teams to develop APIs that enable seamless interaction with blockchain data and functionalities.
• Perform database operations to manage and store blockchain-related data efficiently.
• Work closely with other blockchain developers and backend engineers to ensure smooth integration and communication within the technology stack.
• Maintain the 24/7 operation of applications, ensuring they can handle ongoing blockchain operations effectively.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in handling different types of blockchains, including UTXO-based and account-based models.
• Keep track of industry trends and innovations, identifying opportunities to enhance our blockchain integration strategies.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 6+ years of experience in design and developing applications. 
• Proficiency in C# as the main programming language.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues related to blockchain integration.
• Enthusiasm for staying up-to-date with emerging blockchain trends and technologies.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while also being an integral part of a collaborative team.
• Solid understanding of blockchain concepts and technologies, including UTXO-based and account-based models, is a plus.

Pluses:

• Proven experience with a variety of blockchain networks and consensus mechanisms.
• Understanding of decentralized finance (DeFi) and its associated protocols.
• Basic cryptography knowledge.
• Experience with smart contract development.
• Ability to set up and maintain blockchain nodes; basic Linux knowledge.
• Ability to work remotely and with international teams.

WHO WE ARE:

Do Your Best Work

• The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
• Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
• Ripple is Flexible First: in-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which days they come in.
• Weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team
• We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Development
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration