Software Engineer – Crypto & DeFi Systems Developer, Jobs in Kandy

Job Title: Blockchain Software Engineer (Web3 & DeFi Focus)
Company: Unicast.ai
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time


About Unicast.ai

Unicast.ai is an advanced decentralized finance (DeFi) platform recognized for its innovative approach to cryptocurrency trading and liquidity aggregation. We merge blockchain technology with artificial intelligence to build transformative, accessible, and secure financial infrastructure. Our mission is to streamline the DeFi experience by developing scalable, interoperable decentralized applications (dApps) that serve a diverse and global user base.

Our team is made up of passionate technologists, engineers, and product visionaries committed to creating ethical, efficient, and sustainable financial tools. As we continue to grow our engineering team, we are seeking individuals who share our vision of pushing the boundaries of decentralized technology.


Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with a deep background in blockchain development, particularly in the Ethereum ecosystem and Web3 technologies. In this role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Your work will directly impact the security, performance, and usability of Unicast.ai’s DeFi platform.

This position offers the opportunity to work remotely with a distributed, international team and contribute to a cutting-edge DeFi infrastructure used by thousands globally.


Key Responsibilities

  • Smart Contract Development:
    Design, write, and deploy secure, efficient smart contracts using Solidity. You will take ownership of contracts from initial design to mainnet deployment.
  • Decentralized Application Development:
    Build full-stack dApps that interact with deployed contracts, utilizing Web3.js or ethers.js, along with modern front-end frameworks such as React.
  • Security and Testing:
    Conduct comprehensive unit testing and security audits of smart contracts. Collaborate with external audit teams as needed to ensure the highest level of trust in the protocol.
  • System Integration:
    Integrate blockchain functionality into existing systems and applications, ensuring compatibility, performance, and user experience.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration:
    Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define features and specifications for DeFi services.
  • Continuous Learning and Research:
    Stay current with the latest Web3 trends, Ethereum proposals (EIPs), DeFi protocols, and cryptographic advances. Leverage this knowledge to enhance product performance and security.
  • Performance Optimization:
    Identify bottlenecks, gas inefficiencies, or bugs in contract logic or protocol-level mechanisms and apply effective solutions.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in blockchain or Web3 development.
  • Strong proficiency in Solidity and deep understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
  • Practical experience building and deploying smart contracts on testnet and mainnet.
  • Familiarity with Web3.js, ethers.js, and interaction patterns between front-end and blockchain layers.
  • Solid understanding of DeFi protocols, token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721), oracles, and layer 2 technologies.
  • Experience with React and modern front-end development practices.
  • Proficiency in back-end systems using Node.js, TypeScript, or similar technologies.
  • Knowledge of Git and common CI/CD practices.
  • Familiarity with blockchain testing tools such as Hardhat, Truffle, or Foundry.
  • A strong security mindset and awareness of common vulnerabilities (e.g., reentrancy, integer overflow).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a distributed team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience contributing to open-source blockchain projects.
  • Familiarity with cross-chain protocols or L2 solutions (e.g., Arbitrum, Optimism, zkRollups).
  • Exposure to AI/ML integration within decentralized applications.
  • Prior experience working in a DeFi startup or Web3-native environment.
  • Understanding of DAO governance models and tokenomics.

Why Join Us?

  • Remote-first team with flexible working hours and async-friendly collaboration.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of finance through meaningful and high-impact work.
  • Startup culture with a strong sense of ownership, innovation, and transparency.
  • Competitive compensation including performance-based bonuses and token incentives.
  • Work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.

Application Process

The selection process includes:

  1. Initial screening and portfolio/resume review
  2. Technical interview (including live coding and smart contract assessment)
  3. Final interview with the core team
  4. Offer and onboarding

Compensation

Salary Range: $120,000 – $160,000 USD (depending on experience)
Additional Benefits: Token allocation, paid time off, remote work stipend, health coverage (varies by region)


Ready to build the future of decentralized finance with us?
Apply now and join Unicast.ai in reimagining financial freedom.

Apply now

Company Overview
At Unicast.ai, we are redefining the boundaries of decentralized finance through relentless innovation, strategic foresight, and a strong commitment to sustainable, user-centric technology. Built on the ethos of transparency, decentralization, and adaptability, our platform serves as a dynamic catalyst in the evolving blockchain ecosystem. By integrating advanced AI models and Web3 technologies, we empower users and developers to unlock new opportunities in cryptocurrency trading, liquidity aggregation, and smart contract execution.

Our team thrives on collaboration, bold ideas, and continuous learning. We maintain a steadfast dedication to environmental sustainability, embedding energy-conscious principles into our engineering and infrastructure decisions. Trust, inclusivity, and a deep respect for both user privacy and open-source development define our core values.

Unicast.ai is not only a workplace but a space for growth, experimentation, and meaningful impact. As we continue to scale globally, we invite forward-thinking professionals to join us in shaping the future of DeFi.

Current Job Openings

Job TitleDepartmentLocationSalary Range (USD)
Blockchain Software EngineerEngineeringRemote$120,000 – $160,000
Solidity Smart Contract DeveloperEngineeringRemote$110,000 – $150,000
Front-End Developer – Web3 FocusEngineeringRemote$90,000 – $130,000
DevOps Engineer – Blockchain InfrastructureInfrastructureRemote$100,000 – $140,000
Product Manager – DeFi ProductsProduct & DesignRemote$115,000 – $145,000

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