Smart Contract Engineer

Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ACN: 122 921 813) is a Web3 leader that leverages tokenization and blockchain to deliver digital property rights to consumers, helping to establish the open metaverse and its associated network effects. Animoca Brands realizes its mission via three integrated business pillars: operating Web3 businesses to advance blockchain adoption with native projects such as Moca Network, Anichess, The Sandbox, Open Campus, NEOM Web3 initiatives, and a regulated stablecoin project in partnership with Standard Chartered and HKT; providing digital asset advisory services including tokenomics advisory, liquidity provisioning, and institutional research to help external Web3 projects grow; and investment management, with a portfolio of investments in over 540 companies including industry leaders Pudgy Penguins, Yuga Labs, Axie Infinity, Polygon, Consensys, Magic Eden, OpenSea, Dapper Labs, YGG, and many others.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Smart Contract Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining secure and efficient smart contracts that power our core decentralized applications (dApps). You will work closely with product managers, engineers, and developers to bring innovative Web3 solutions to life.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Architect, develop, and implement robust, secure, and scalable smart contracts primarily on [e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Avalanche, etc.] using [e.g., Solidity, Rust, Vyper, etc.].
• Security & Auditing: Conduct thorough security audits, write comprehensive unit and integration tests, and implement best practices to minimize vulnerabilities in smart contracts.
• Deployment & Maintenance: Deploy smart contracts to various blockchain networks and manage their lifecycle, including upgrades and migrations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications for smart contract functionality.
• Integration: Collaborate with front-end and back-end developers to integrate smart contracts with dApps and other off-chain systems.
• Research & Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest developments in blockchain technology, smart contract security, and Web3 ecosystem trends.
• Documentation: Create clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation for smart contracts and related processes.
• Code Review: Participate in peer code reviews to ensure code quality, security, and adherence to best practices.

Requirements / Skill Sets

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least [e.g., 2+] years specifically focused on smart contract development.
• Expert in Solidity / Rust / Vyper and strong grasp of EVM or similar runtimes.
• Solid understanding of blockchain basics – decentralization, consensus, cryptography.
• Experience in applying AI/ML concepts (e.g., anomaly detection, model inference) to engineering problems.
• Familiarity with smart contract security issues (e.g., reentrancy, gas optimization) and experience with auditing tools.

The Perks of Joining Animoca Brands:

A Vibrant and Diverse Workplace: Immerse yourself in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment with colleagues from over 15 nationalities (and growing!). We celebrate diversity and foster a global perspective.

Incentives in the Web3 Space: Be a part of the future and align your success with the growth of our innovative projects.

Direct Impact and Flat Structure: Your voice matters. We operate with a flat organizational structure, ensuring your ideas are heard and implemented quickly.

Comfortable and Creative Atmosphere: Embrace a relaxed and productive work environment with casual attire.

Opportunities Across the Ecosystem: Expand your horizons by collaborating with various subsidiary brands within the Animoca Brands network, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects and technologies.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: We care about your well-being. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, life, and transportation allowances.