Blockchain Developer

ABOUT US

The Algorand Foundation's mission is to power a world where information has integrity & innovative solutions can scale - based on the Algorand blockchain technology. 

The Algorand blockchain is uniquely capable of delivering on the promise of a borderless global economy. It achieves transaction throughputs at the speed of traditional finance but with immediate finality, near-zero transaction costs, and on a 24/7 basis. Its carbon-neutral platform and unique pure proof-of-stake consensus mechanism offers security and scalability on a decentralized protocol, all without a second of downtime since it went live in 2019.

The Algorand Foundation is dedicated to fulfilling the global promise of the Algorand blockchain by taking responsibility for promoting the technology, decentralized governance, and a healthy and prosperous open-source ecosystem. Learn more about Algorand Foundation at www.algorand.co 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Algorand Foundation is looking for a Blockchain Developer to join our engineering team in India. This role will focus on designing, building, and maintaining blockchain-based systems, smart contracts, and protocol-level components that support both internal initiatives and the broader ecosystem.

You will work closely with protocol engineers, full-stack developers, and ecosystem partners to deliver secure, scalable Web3 solutions. Applicants are encouraged to share GitHub profiles and relevant blockchain projects as part of their application.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design, develop, and maintain smart contracts, blockchain applications, and protocol-level components
• Build secure and scalable solutions leveraging Algorand blockchain
• Implement and maintain testing frameworks for smart contracts and blockchain integrations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, ecosystem, product) to deliver end-to-end Web3 solutions
• Debug, optimize, and maintain blockchain systems in production environments
• Contribute to open-source initiatives and ecosystem tooling where applicable
• Testing and fixing bugs or other coding issues

KEY REQUIREMENTS 

• 4+ years of software engineering experience, with strong exposure to blockchain development
• Hands-on experience with smart contract development (Python, Typescript)
• Understanding of blockchain fundamentals: consensus, cryptography, transaction models, and state management

• Strong team collaboration and communication
• Good problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new technologies
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of Git

GOOD TO HAVE 

• Direct experience building on Algorand
• Familiarity with DeFi, NFTs, token standards, or decentralized identity
• Knowledge of distributed systems and cryptographic primitives
• Experience with Web3 tooling, wallets, and indexing solutions
• Open-source contributions in blockchain or Web3 ecosystems
  

PERKS AND BENEFITS

You will work with talented and fun-loving trail-blazers across the world who are building an equitable and borderless economy. In addition, you will receive:

• Competitive remuneration
• Excellent retention program
• Diverse, open, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Supportive and flexible work arrangement
• Monthly wellness budget
• Computer and tech accessories

NOTE FOR APPLICANTS
Algorand Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable laws, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws of the country in which the applicant resides.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [email protected]. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All information gathered will be treated in strict confidence and solely used for recruitment purposes.

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To protect the interests of all parties, Algorand Foundation does not accept unsolicited resumes from a third-party agency/ search firm recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes sent to any Algorand Foundation employee, regardless of the means of transmission (email, social media, etc.) will become the sole property of Algorand Foundation. Algorand Foundation will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.