Job Application for Senior Blockchain Engineer at Fireblocks Senior Blockchain Engineer New York Apply The world of digital assets is accelerating in speed, magnitude, and complexity, opening the door to new ways for leveraging the blockchain. Fireblocks’ platform and network provide the simplest and most secure way for companies to work with digital assets and it trusted by some of the largest financial institutions, banks, globally-recognized brands, and Web3 companies in the world, including BNY Mellon, BNP Paribas, ANZ Bank, Revolut, and thousands more.
About
the Role We're building our Blockchain Engineering presence in our New York City office to spearhead blockchain technology initiatives and establish foundational infrastructure for our expanding product suite. This is a unique opportunity to shape blockchain engineering practices at a market-leading company while working on cutting-edge solutions that power institutional digital asset operations. As a Blockchain Engineer, you will be instrumental in the research and integration of blockchain technologies into the Fireblocks platform. Your
responsibilities will include collaborating closely with foundations and developers to gain a deep understanding of blockchain protocols and on-chain projects. This knowledge will then be applied to implement new features within the Fireblocks platform. You will be focusing equally on external protocol integration patterns and internal wallet infrastructure. This role serves as a technical bridge between raw on-chain integrated capabilities and the valuable wallet features delivered to customers. This role will report into our Senior Director, Wallet Technology. Our team works in a hybrid model with three days in our NYC office.
What You'll Do Research and prototype new blockchain features including Layer 2 solutions, cross-chain bridges, and DeFi protocols Design and implement secure, scalable blockchain solutions that integrate with Fireblocks' existing infrastructure Represent the company's interests and provide structured feedback to foundations on protocol design, tooling, and support. Advocate for features or changes that would benefit the wallet infrastructure and its users. Establish strong partnerships with blockchain foundations, vendors,,builders, and customers to address challenges, implement solutions, and ensure we are building the right blockchain integrations Collaborate with product, engineering, and security teams to define technical
requirements for blockchain initiatives Mentor and guide other engineers on blockchain technologies and implementations Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies, protocols, and industry developments What You'll Bring 6+ years of backend development experience in modern languages (Go, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript) Strong verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Knowledge of consensus mechanisms, cryptographic primitives, and distributed systems Understanding of microservices architecture and API design Experience working in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Previous experience in the blockchain ecosystem Preferred: 4+ years of hands-on blockchain development experience Experience building blockchain solutions for enterprise or institutional use cases Understanding of security best practices for smart contracts and blockchain systems Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools for programming with experience in vibe coding Excellent technical communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience with institutional DeFi, staking protocols, or custody solutions Understanding of MPC, multi-signature wallets, or other advanced cryptographic techniques Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm Success Criteria & Impact:
The team is never surprised by a technical change in a core protocol. Your research is consistently used as the foundation for architectural decisions. You are considered subject matter experts by internal engineering teams. You provide the foundational knowledge needed to make informed,long-term strategic decisions, de-risk new integrations, and stay ahead of the technology curve. Consistent contribution to Fireblocks system by pushing impactful design and code to production. For employees hired to work from our NYC HQ, Fireblocks is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the
compensation range for this role. This range is specific to New York City, and takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are reviewed when making a hiring decision, such as years of experience, skills, and other business needs. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and each
compensation decision is dependent on each individual case. A reasonable base salary range estimate for this position is $177,000 to $230,000. The base salary is one component of the total
compensation package, which for some roles may include a target
bonus, a very competitive equity grant, and very generous
benefits. While we believe competitive
compensation is a critical aspect of you deciding to join us, we do hope you also spend time considering why our mission and culture are right for you. We are creating something transformational here, and we hope you are as excited about the future as we are. Fireblocks' mission is to enable every business to easily and securely access digital assets and cryptocurrencies. In order to do that, we strongly believe our workforce should be as diverse as our clients, and this is why we embrace diversity and inclusion in all its forms. Please see our candidate privacy policy here . Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Fireblocks? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert Apply for this job * indicates a required field Autofill with MyGreenhouse First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Country Phone Resume/CV Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Cover Letter Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Aurthorized to work * Select... Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States? Sponsorship Requirement * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)? Website LinkedIn Profile * What city and state are you currently located in? * Are you comfortable and able to work from our NYC office 3 days a week? We are based in Hudson Yards. * Select... Tell us about your experience with the digital asset space. * Submit application Powered by Greenhouse
Salary
$177,000 - $230,000
Location
New York
Experience
5+ years
Total raised
$1.0B
Last stage
Series E
Investors
Pavel Berengoltz
Chief Technology Officer, Co-Founder
Idan Ofrat
Chief Product Officer, Co-Founder
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