Blockchain Solutions Architect – Web3 Focused at UNIVERSITY OF NICOSIA


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415 days ago
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About the Job

Job Description
We are looking for a talented Blockchain Solutions Developer/Architect to join our fast-growing team. This is a Senior position. The successful candidate will guide the in-house software development team towards designing solutions and architectures that leverage various blockchain frameworks and concepts.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the R&D teams and help to infuse blockchain in building and designing solutions that leverage various blockchain frameworks and concepts.
• Guide the R&D and implementation activities with the Software Engineering team.
• Design and develop decentralized applications and other integrated solutions.
• Design and develop front-end interfaces to interact with the smart contracts (e.g., Web3js, ethers).
• Design and develop the back-end operations that support a decentralized application (RESTful APIs).
• Support the adoption of commercial best practices across the organization in the areas of technology integration, cloud computing, managed services, process improvement, technology innovation and implementation.
• Develop blockchain product specifications and write technical documentation.
• Maintain source code and troubleshoot systems.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and provide research, test and support as needed.

Academic Qualifications
• Obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Maths or Physics. A Master’s degree in a related field will be considered as an advantage.
• A Professional Certification as a Blockchain Solution Architect will be considered as an advantage.
Job-specific skills
• At least 3+ years of experience as a Software Architect and Software Project Manager.
• A thorough knowledge about blockchain fundamentals and architectures.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.
• Proficiency in cryptographic techniques.
• Proficiency in Smart Contract development.
o Deep understanding of having worked with smart contracts and understanding the core protocol concepts.
• A deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine.
• Possess knowledge of how standards and ecosystems work:
o Including but not limited an understanding of ERC-20, ERC-721 and ERC-1155 token standards
• Knowledgeable about JSON database operations.
• Knowledgeable about Layer-2 technologies.
• Knowledge of continuous integration tools and blockchain management tools (Truffle or Hardhat).
• Working experience in DevOps environments.
• Familiarity with cryptography and experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Understanding of front-end development and integration with back-end services.
• In general, you should be fascinated about the development of decentralized applications.
Personal Qualifications
• Possess strategic leadership skills for fast problem solving.
• Self-motivated and able to tackle challenging, complex problems in an individual or team-based setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and high-quality output.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Information and Application
For a formal application, please submit your CV accompanied by a cover letter through our online recruitment system http://vacancies.unic.ac.cy/.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated in confidence.
There is a possibility for remote work, although preference will be given to qualified candidates who live in or are willing to relocate to Nicosia.


Skills

JSON database Operations, Layer-2 technologies

Compensation

1700 + Equity