# Smart Contract Engineer

**Company:** [Ether.Fi](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/ether-fi)
**Location:** Denver, CO, New York, NY
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $120k – $220k/yr
**Experience:** 4+ years
**Skills:** Solidity, Smart Contracts, Blockchain, Defi, Mev Bots, Backend Systems, Software Engineering, On-Chain Operations, Web3, Protocol Logic
**Posted:** 2025-10-08

> Build and operate Solidity smart contracts and backend systems supporting secure on-chain operations for a crypto-native financial platform. The role requires strong software engineering fundamentals, security-minded development, and at least four years of industry experience.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Build and operate a safe, efficient crypto neobank.
- Design and deploy Solidity smart contracts.
- Build backend systems to automate on-chain operations, secure user flows, and integrate protocol logic.
- Conduct rigorous testing, code reviews, and documentation to maintain high standards of quality and maintainability.
- Help secure the company's Web3 technology stacks and operations.

## Requirements
- Strong programming and design skills in Solidity.
- Strong software engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
- Careful attention to clean, secure smart contract code, edge cases, and failure modes.
- Comfort working in fast-moving, open-ended environments.
- Hands-on experience with blockchain or smart contracts, such as building smart contracts, auditing protocols, using DeFi protocols, or developing MEV bots.
- At least 4 years of industry experience.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and token allocation grant.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
- Exposure to blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
- Global team with opportunities for travel and working from three offices.
- Four weeks of work from anywhere.
- Company events and team-building off-sites.

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