The Software Engineer - Smart Contract, Bridge role at Stripe involves working on an innovative payments platform utilizing stablecoins to enhance global money movement. The team is focused on building reliable and efficient blockchain solutions that enable faster and cheaper cross-border transactions. As one of the first blockchain engineers, you will have significant autonomy and ownership over projects that are pivotal to the company's mission. This position is ideal for engineers who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about blockchain technology.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in blockchain platforms such as Ethereum or Solana
• Strong proficiency in smart contract development using Solidity or relevant languages
• Deep understanding of cryptographic principles and blockchain protocols
• Experience with decentralized finance (DeFi) and stablecoins is highly desirable
• Knowledge of security best practices in blockchain development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Build out multi-chain hot wallet infrastructure to support increased reliability of payments.
• Build smart contracts to increase hot wallet payment throughput.
• Develop a smart contract platform to issue custom stablecoins across multiple blockchains.
• Create smart contract monitoring systems to detect anomalous events.
• Design and develop blockchain-based applications and protocols for stablecoin transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Implement and maintain smart contracts, ensuring security and efficiency.
• Perform thorough testing and debugging of blockchain applications.
• Optimize blockchain performance and scalability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in blockchain technology.