Senior Protocol Engineer – Crypto Infrastructure – Remote; EST or Lisbon timezone
Town of Poland, Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York, 14701, USA
Listed on 2025-12-19
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IT/Tech
Blockchain / Web3, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Systems Engineer
Location: Town of Poland
Job Title:
Senior Protocol Engineer – Crypto Infrastructure – Remote (EST or Lisbon)
Job Location:Remote (Must overlap with EST or Lisbon time zones)
In-Office, Hybrid or Remote:Fully Remote
Working Hours:Full-time, flexible hours with strong overlap to EST or Lisbon time zones
Languages:English proficiency required
What the Client Offers:- Base salary up to $150,000 USD depending on experience
- Equity options available
- Mission-driven, high-impact work in Web3 for social good
- Fast-paced, collaborative startup environment
- Opportunity to help define core protocol architecture from the ground up
Our client is building the first crypto-native infrastructure designed specifically for charitable giving. With a lean and mission-aligned team, they are focused on unlocking new, scalable ways for the blockchain ecosystem to support real-world causes. They operate at the intersection of cutting-edge protocol design and social impact.
Role Overview :We’re hiring a Senior Protocol Engineer to lead core architecture and full-stack development efforts for a fast-moving Web3 startup. This is a unique opportunity for someone who’s passionate about purpose-driven work and has deep technical experience in protocol and full-stack development.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the design and implementation of decentralized protocol components
- Build and maintain scalable backend systems
- Contribute across the stack in Rust and Type Script
- Collaborate on infrastructure management using AWS or GCP
- Drive Solana or EVM-based smart contract development
- Work closely with product, design, and leadership to ship quickly and precisely
Required:
- 6+ years full-stack development experience
- 2+ years protocol engineering experience
- Strong command of Rust and Type Script
- Experience with Solana or EVM development
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP)
- Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
- Startup or entrepreneurial experience
- Background in cryptography, ZK tech, or on-chain payment flows
- Passion for mission-driven or nonprofit-related work
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