Associate Blockchain Developer – Backend Developer

About us

Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth.  Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Blockchain Developer – Backend Developer to join our growing team. In this role, you will work closely with our senior engineers to design, build, and maintain scalable and secure blockchain-based backend systems. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Web3 innovation and contribute to cutting-edge decentralized applications and services. This role is ideal for someone passionate about blockchain and cryptocurrency development, with opportunities to contribute to both infrastructure and token-based ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend components of blockchain-based applications.
  
  
• Work with smart contracts, distributed systems, and cryptographic protocols.
  
  
• Build and integrate APIs for interacting with blockchain networks and external services.
  
  
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to ensure seamless user experiences.
  
  
• Write clean, secure, and well-documented code.
  
  
• Assist in testing, debugging, and deploying blockchain-based applications.
  
  
• Monitor and optimize performance of backend systems and smart contract interactions.
  
  
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in blockchain development.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  
  
• 1 – 3 years of experience in backend development.
  
  
• Solid understanding of programming languages such as Node.js, Python, Go, or Rust.
  
  
• Familiarity with blockchain technologies such as Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, or similar.
  
  
• Basic understanding of smart contracts and tools like Web3.js, Ethers.js, or Hardhat.
  
  
• Exposure to cryptocurrency protocols and token standards (e.g., ERC-20, ERC-721), including experience with wallet integration or token lifecycle management.
  
  
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and experience with database systems (SQL/NoSQL).
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with smart contract development (Solidity, Vyper).
  
  
• Experience developing or contributing to cryptocurrency systems or DeFi protocols (e.g., token contracts, exchanges, wallet infrastructure).
  
  
• Exposure to DevOps tools and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
  
  
• Knowledge of Layer 2 solutions, DeFi protocols, or NFT platforms.
  
  
• Contributions to open-source blockchain projects.
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in the blockchain space.
  
  
• Mentorship from experienced blockchain engineers.
  
  
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.
  
  
• Competitive salary and growth potential.