Protocol Lead - Blockchain

Job Description

Job Description

Career Renew is recruiting for one of its clients a Protocol Lead - Blockchain - this is a hybrid role for New York metro area candidates.

We’re building a platform setting the standard for how regulated blockchain applications enforce transaction rules at the smart contract layer. We empower teams to create modular, programmable policies—such as AML / CFT checks or offchain collateral requirements—that are verified before a transaction executes onchain. Our system enforces these policies with cryptographic guarantees, providing robust, scalable risk management tailored to real-world use cases.

The role

As Protocol Lead, you’ll own the design, development, and maintenance of our smart contract suite. You’ll build tooling to support integrations, contribute to core infrastructure, and research emerging technologies to keep us at the forefront of the industry. You’ll also serve as the team’s blockchain subject matter expert, supporting teammates across the stack on all things related to smart contract interactions.

Responsibilities

Own the architecture, development, and maintenance of core smart contracts

Establish and uphold best practices for contract security, upgradability, testing, and CI / CD

Manage and coordinate audits, bug bounties, and protocol versioning

Contribute to SDKs and developer tooling for seamless integration with our contracts

Collaborate with backend teams in Go and TypeScript on smart contract-related integrations

Develop knowledge across blockchain ecosystems, including EVM and non-EVM environments (e.g., Solana / SVM)

What we look for

4+ years experience in smart contract development and protocol design

Deep familiarity with the public blockchains, Solidity, Rust, and relevant emerging tools

Strong scripting language proficiency (e.g., TypeScript)

Prior experience leading smart contract audits and designing onchain protocols

Strong communication skills and comfort working with external partners / customers

Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to ship high-quality systems

Perks

Unlimited PTO with a high level of autonomy for your work

Best-in-class health, dental and vision insurance

Quarterly world-wide team offsites

Compensation

We are committed to hiring the best talent, and that is reflected in our salary, equity compensation, and culture.