Digital Assets - Blockchain Software Developer

About the role

This position focuses on developing and deploying smart contracts across various blockchain networks, including EVM-compatible chains and Stellar. The work involves maintaining the infrastructure for multi-chain deployments and integrating AI coding assistants into the development process. A key aspect of the role is applying LLM-driven workflows for code review and security analysis, ensuring robust and secure blockchain solutions.

The Digital Assets Technology group at Franklin Templeton is responsible for creating innovative blockchain infrastructure that will shape the future of asset management and capital markets. This role contributes directly to advancing the industry by developing solutions that help clients achieve their investment goals. Success in this position means effectively leveraging AI tools to accelerate development and enhance security.

Collaboration is a significant part of this role, requiring interaction with other engineers and product partners. The developer will contribute to a team focused on cutting-edge financial technologies, specifically within the digital assets space. The work environment emphasizes using advanced tools and methodologies to deliver high-quality blockchain engineering solutions.

The salary for this position ranges from $110,000 to $225,000 annually.

Skills that matter here

• Solidity: This role requires proficiency in Solidity to design and deploy smart contracts on EVM-compatible networks.
• Rust: The developer will work with Rust as part of the multi-chain deployment infrastructure or specific blockchain implementations.
• TypeScript: Proficiency in TypeScript is necessary for developing and maintaining blockchain applications and related services.
• JavaScript: The role involves using JavaScript for various development tasks, likely in conjunction with TypeScript.
• Node.js: Node.js will be used for backend development or tooling related to blockchain infrastructure.
• AI/LLM Tooling: The developer will use AI coding assistants and LLM-driven workflows for development acceleration, code review, and security analysis.

Who this role suits

• A developer with at least five years of software engineering experience and three years specifically in blockchain development.
• Someone who actively uses AI-assisted development tools and is comfortable with LLM-driven workflows.
• An individual capable of designing and deploying smart contracts across multiple blockchain networks.
• A person who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with both engineers and product teams.

From the employer

• Use AI coding assistants as a primary development accelerator.
• Apply LLM-driven workflows for code review and security analysis.
• Design and deploy smart contracts across EVM-compatible networks and Stellar.
• Maintain multi-chain deployment infrastructure.
• Collaborate with engineers and product partners.

• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• 3+ years of blockchain development and smart contract deployment.
• Demonstrated use of AI-assisted development tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Solidity and TypeScript/JavaScript.

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and 401(k) match.
• Employee Stock Investment Program.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and various leave options.