Web3 Senior Engineer

Molecule is at the heart of the Decentralized Science (DeSci) movement where biotech and blockchain meet to democratize scientific research, earning recognition and support from key figures in the web3 world, including Vitalik Buterin, Balaji, and Juan Benet. We're known for creating VitaDAO, the first and largest biotech DAO with more than $4m in funding deployed, bio.xyz, a vital hub supporting and building biotech DAOs, the IP-NFT, a protocol bringing rights to IP and R&D data on-chain, and IPTs, ERC-20 tokens minted from IP-NFTs to allow token holders to construct and cultivate valuable IP. We’ve also recently launched Catalyst, a platform to launch, discover, and fund the best projects in DeSci.

Over the past 24 months, we have raised $20+ million to build the future of decentralised biotech. Join us and contribute to a future where scientific discovery is driven by web3.

We are looking for an experienced engineer with proven web3 builder experience to join our team. You will design, develop, and implement applications that run on blockchains and decentralized infrastructure. As a fundamental part of a cross-functional team you'll deliver cutting-edge contracts and services that fuel and define the growing DeSci ecosystem.

• Professional: Minimum of eight years as a Software Engineer. You’ve seen, broken, learned, and improved many things over the course of your career.

• Web3 Expertise: At least five years of practical experience in web3, including hands-on work with applications that interact with assets on at least two blockchain layers.

• DeFi Knowledge: Ability to explain the inner workings of DeFi protocols such as Uniswap, Raydium, or Aerodrome.

• Additional Networks: Familiarity with decentralised P2P networks like IPFS/libp2p, Radicle, or Ceramic is a plus.

• Technical Skills:
  • Blockchain Development:

    • Mastery of Solidity/EVM code with deep knowledge of its tooling (e.g., Foundry), inner workings (e.g., ABIs, encoding, cryptography), and services (e.g., Tenderly, Alchemy, Etherscan).

    • Proficiency with commonly used asset standards (ERC-20/721/1155) and hands-on experience with advanced standards (e.g., ERC-1167, 1967, 4361, 4844, 6551, 7683).

    • A proven ability to analyze and optimize the performance of smart contracts and dApps, focusing on reducing gas costs and enhancing the user experience.

    • Experience contributing to open-source blockchain projects or maintaining personal repositories.

    • Hands-on experience writing, compiling, and deploying Solana programs is a plus.

  • Frontend Development:

    • Robust frontend coding skills, particularly in React, Next.js, and TypeScript. You excel in debugging and working with React tooling (e.g., Tanstack, Zustand) and node.js-based applications.

    • Knowledge of web3 user interface libraries in React (e.g., Privy, Alchemy, wagmi, viem).

  • General Development Skills:

    • Outstanding ability to work with modern development tooling, including CLI scripting, Git, package management tools (e.g., npm), and your preferred IDE.

• Soft Skills:

  • Teamwork and Communication: Strong collaboration skills and a passion for sharing knowledge, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

  • Curiosity and Innovation: You’re constantly exploring new tools, methodologies, and ideas to improve workflows, enhance team efficiency, and address challenges creatively.

  • Up-to-date Expertise: You’re close to the cutting edge of blockchain and web3 technologies, keeping state-of-the-art developments in focus while balancing legacy considerations.

At Molecule, you’ll be part of an innovative, mission-driven startup that’s disrupting the world of decentralized science. If you’re passionate about pushing boundaries and creating real-world impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of research and innovation.

Here, you’ll work alongside a skilled, fast-paced team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas. You’ll be challenged, inspired, and empowered to bring your best work every day.

• HODL: You’re not just taking a job — you’re joining a movement. Every project you contribute to directly impacts the future of science and technology.

• WAGMI: We reward most full time positions with token equity and give you the opportunity to co-author future DeSci standards.

• Alpha: In our young, fast growing team, your voice matters. You’ll have the chance to shape not only your future but also the future of science research and innovation.

If you’re ready to take on big challenges, work with brilliant minds, and create something that matters, LFG - Molecule is the right place for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equality and weaving a community that values diverse perspectives and experiences and are actively seeking a diverse pool of applicants. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Originally posted on Himalayas