Lead Engineer - Solana Blockchain

About the JobWe are looking for a Lead Engineer with 3+ years of hands-on experience in Solana blockchain development. The role involves designing, building, and optimising high-performance dApps, smart contracts, and on-chain programs on Solana. You will lead technical decision-making, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with product teams to deliver scalable blockchain solutions.Core Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality on-chain and off-chain software systems- Write efficient, maintainable, and testable code following best practices- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards- Lead technical discussions, provide mentorship, and set the development roadmap for blockchain projects.- Document technical designs, APIs and user guides in a clear and developer-friendly manner- Troubleshoot and debug issues across on-chain and off-chain components.- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of projects.Required Skills- Proficient in Rust language (must have good development experience in Rust and its ecosystem)- Minimum 3+ years of experience in Rust development, with at least 2+ years of experience in Solana blockchain- Ability to guide the development team in writing performant and optimized code in Rust- Hands-on experience building fullstack Solana Web3 applications, from smart contracts to frontend dApps.- Proficiency in writing, testing, and deploying Solana smart contracts.- Strong understanding of various Token Standards (fungible, non-fungible, etc.)- Experience with DeFi protocols : DEX aggregators, AMMs, order books, and liquidity management.- R&D skills with the ability to prototype quickly and deliver under tight deadlines.- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex blockchain concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Qualifications- B.Tech / M.Tech, CS / IT or related field- 2+yrs of relevant exp. with Solana blockchain- Excellent Communication skills