Blockchain Developer - Web3.js/DeFi Protocols (6-8 yrs)

Position Summary :

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Software Engineer expertise in Blockchain Analysis, Web3 technologies, and crypto-asset investigations to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will help design and develop an AI/ML ready platform (SaaS) for Crypto Currency Flow Analytics & Investigations.

Leveraging blockchain data to provide actionable insights for digital financial assets, for law enforcement agencies and govt.institutions.

This role requires strong expertise in software product development, system engineering, and hands-on leadership.

This role requires deep technical expertise in Web 3.0 domain, as well as strong leadership and project management abilities.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and develop a scalable data-platform for analyzing crypto-currency flows using blockchain data.

- Create tools and algorithms for blockchain data extraction, processing, and visualization.

- Conduct deep-dive analysis on cryptocurrency transactions and provide insights into fund flows across multiple chains.

- Develop and maintain APIs for integration with third-party blockchain intelligence platforms.

- Implement mechanisms to detect patterns associated with financial crimes such as money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing using blockchain data.

- Collaborate with data scientists to build models for transaction profiling, entity resolution, and risk assessment.

- Stay updated with the latest developments in Web3, blockchain protocols, and cryptocurrency asset types.

- Document and present findings from blockchain investigations, focusing on transaction tracing and fund flow analysis.

- Optimize platform performance for handling large-scale blockchain datasets in real time.

Technical Skills :

- Strong understanding of blockchain protocols such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Layer-2 solutions.

- Experience in blockchain analytics tools like Chainalysis, Crystal Intelligence, or Elliptic.

- Knowledge of cryptocurrency transaction structures, smart contracts, and token standards (ERC-20, - ERC-721, etc.

- Familiarity with Web3 libraries (e., Web3.js, ethers.js).

- Understanding of dApps, decentralized storage, and smart contract e. development using Solidity.

- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Go.

- Experience with data pipelines and databases (e.g , HDFS, Spark, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, BigQuery).

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerized deployments using Docker/Kubernetes.

- Experience with data analysis frameworks (e.g, Pandas, NumPy) and visualization libraries like Plotly or Tableau.

- Expertise in handling and analyzing large datasets.

- Understanding digital financial asset types (e.g , stablecoins, DeFi tokens, NFTs) and their use cases.

- Familiarity with global financial regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices, and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols.

- Knowledge of cryptocurrency-related fraud detection and investigative techniques.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.

- 6-8 years of experience in blockchain development, analysis, or investigations.

- Demonstrated experience in SaaS platform development for financial or analytics tools.

- Prior exposure to LEA requirements and forensic tools is a plus.

- Strong analytical mindset and ability to work independently or as part of a team

- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

- Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities.

Additional Skills :

- Exposure with AI/ML, LLM

- TCP/IP communication at Protocol Level.

- Certification in Agile or project management frameworks (e.g , PMP, Scrum)