Blockchain Security Engineer - (Solidity / Rust / Golang)

Remote

About the role

About the Company CertiK is the largest blockchain security auditor and provides a comprehensive suite of tools to secure the industry at scale. To date, CertiK has worked with over 4,900 Enterprise clients, secured over $557 billion worth of digital assets, and has detected over 18,000 vulnerabilities in blockchain code. Our clients include leading projects such as OKX, Tether, Ripple, and Pancakeswap. Our investors include top VCs like Tiger Global, Coatue Management, Shunwei Capital and Hillhouse Capital as well as industry leaders like Coinbase Ventures and Binance.

About

the Role We are seeking a Junior Blockchain Security Engineer with a strong security mindset and foundational technical expertise across smart contracts, blockchain nodes, and decentralized infrastructure. In this role, you will support Web3 projects by assisting in code audits, contributing to security tools, and conducting research under guidance. If you are eager to grow your career in blockchain security and passionate about securing decentralized technologies, we’d love to hear from you. \n

Responsibilities Audit and review codebases for smart contracts, blockchain protocols, and decentralized applications (dApps) to identify and remediate vulnerabilities. Conduct guided security research, explore new attack vectors, and deliver actionable insights. Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of internal security tools and frameworks. Support improvements to internal processes, methodologies, and service offerings, ensuring high-quality delivery for clients.

Requirements Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Information Security. At least 1 years of hands-on experience with blockchain technologies, including: Smart contracts (EVM chains, Solana, Move, etc.), Blockchain protocols (nodes, SDKs, Cosmos, etc.) Experience in threat modeling, risk assessment, and security analysis. Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Rust, Go, Solidity, Python, etc. Passion for Cryptocurrency, DeFi, and Blockchain technologies. Preferred

Qualifications Solid academic or practical background in Mathematics, Cryptography, or Cybersecurity. Demonstrated experience conducting audits and collaborating with leading Web3 protocols. Recognized achievements such as published CVEs, or strong placements in Attackathons, Bug Bounties, or Audit Contests. \n

Compensation Target annual salary for this role performed in the US is $102,000 - $180,000. The exact

compensation at which this job is filled will be determined by the skills and experience of qualified candidates. CertiK accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. CertiK is proud to offer medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company matching, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, HSA (with high deductible plan), FSA, and other

benefits to all full-time employees, along with flexible paid time off and holidays. CertiK also offers a variable commission program for business development sales roles. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. CertiK is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status or civil partnership/union status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law. CertiK will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal

requirements. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf All CertiK employees are expected to actively support diversity on their teams, and in the Company.

About CertiK

CertiK is a pioneer in blockchain security, leveraging best-in-class AI technology to protect and monitor blockchain protocols and smart contracts. Founded in 2018 by professors from Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK’s mission is to secure the Web3 world. CertiK applies cutting-edge innovations from academia to enterprise, enabling mission-critical applications to scale with safety and correctness.

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Salary

$102,000 - $180,000

Location

Remote

Company

NameCertiK
IndustryCrypto
Team Size3

Funding

Total raised

$296M

Last stage

Series B

Investors

Tiger Global Management
SoftBank Vision Fund
Goldman Sachs
Sequoia Capital
Insight Partners

Founders

RG

Ronghui Gu

Co-Founder & CEO

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Zhong Shao

Zhong Shao

Co-Founder

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Confirm the fit

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02

I pitch you to the company

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03

A meeting lands on your calendar

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