Blockchain Development Manager, Digital Assets Technology

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Position Summary :

Franklin Templeton is seeking a Blockchain Manager to lead the development and integration of decentralized technologies within our Digital Assets Technology group. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive innovation, scalability, and operational excellence in tokenized financial products.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the design, development, and deployment of smart contracts and tokenization solutions across multiple blockchain platforms.

Manage and mentor a team of blockchain engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and operations teams.

Ensure secure, scalable architecture and adherence to best practices in blockchain development.

Evaluate emerging technologies and protocols to inform strategic decisions and expand capabilities.

Align technical initiatives with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

5+ years of experience in blockchain development, including 2+ years in a managerial or leadership role.

Proven experience deploying production-grade smart contracts and tokenization projects.

Experience with Solidity, Rust, or other blockchain programming languages, and familiarity with development tools such as Truffle, Hardhat, or Remix.

Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, and smart contract security.

Familiarity with Solana, Aptos, and Layer 2 solutions (e.g., Arbitrum, Optimism).

Experience with CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in financial markets and digital asset regulation.

Prior involvement in tokenizing mutual fund shares or similar financial instruments.

Familiarity with enterprise-grade blockchain integrations.

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Why Join Us?

At Franklin Templeton, you’ll be part of a team that’s shaping the future of finance through cutting-edge blockchain innovation. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the digital asset space.