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Orbofi

We're a rapidly growing company seeking a highly skilled and experienced Blockchain Engineer to join our team. If you're passionate about developing cutting-edge blockchain solutions and have a deep ...

Harmony

Software Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Job Summary : Harmony is an open blockchain company focused on scaling trust and creating a radically fair economy. They are seeking a Software Engineer to develop user interfaces for DeFi ...

Harmony

Software Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Harmony is an open blockchain company focused on scaling trust and creating a fair economy. They are seeking a Software Engineer to develop user interfaces for DeFi applications, ensure smart ...

Anza

Senior Software Engineer, Generalist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180K - $300K/yr

Senior Software Engineer, Generalist - Anza Who We Are Anza is a Solana R&D lab pushing the boundaries of blockchain performance and scalability. Anza was founded by experienced executives and core ...

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How much do blockchain software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for blockchain software engineer in California is $145,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,400.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Blockchain Software Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Blockchain Software Engineer, you need strong proficiency in programming languages such as Solidity, JavaScript, or Go, as well as a solid understanding of blockchain principles and cryptography, typically backed by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with blockchain frameworks (like Ethereum, Hyperledger), smart contract development tools, and distributed ledger technologies is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set exceptional candidates apart in this role. These capabilities are crucial for designing secure, efficient decentralized applications and contributing to innovative blockchain solutions.

What is a Blockchain Software Engineer?

A Blockchain Software Engineer is a technology professional who designs, develops, and maintains applications and systems based on blockchain technology. They create decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts, and sometimes work on the core blockchain protocols themselves. These engineers typically have expertise in languages like Solidity, Rust, or Go, and understand cryptography, distributed systems, and consensus algorithms. Their work enables secure, transparent, and tamper-resistant digital transactions and data storage.

What are some common challenges faced by Blockchain Software Engineers when working on decentralized applications?

Blockchain Software Engineers often encounter unique challenges such as ensuring security in smart contracts, managing scalability limitations, and handling the complexities of different blockchain protocols. Debugging and testing decentralized applications can be more complex due to the immutability of blockchain data, making it crucial to catch errors early in the development cycle. Additionally, engineers frequently collaborate with product managers, security experts, and other developers to align on protocol updates and integrate new features safely and efficiently.

What is the difference between Blockchain Software Engineer vs Blockchain Developer?

AspectBlockchain Software EngineerBlockchain Developer
CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, certifications like Certified Blockchain DeveloperSimilar credentials, often the same certifications
Work EnvironmentDevelops blockchain infrastructure, protocols, and core systemsBuilds decentralized applications and smart contracts
Industry UsageUsed across finance, supply chain, and tech firms for core blockchain solutionsPrimarily in DApp development, DeFi, and smart contract projects

While both roles require blockchain knowledge and similar credentials, Blockchain Software Engineers focus on creating the underlying blockchain systems, whereas Blockchain Developers primarily build applications and smart contracts on existing blockchain platforms.

What cities in California are hiring for Blockchain Software Engineer jobs? Cities in California with the most Blockchain Software Engineer job openings:
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Infographic showing various Blockchain Software Engineer job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $145,592 per year, or $70 per hour.
Engineer Lead: FULL-STACK Blockchain (Solidity, Javascript, NodeJS, GoLang, Hyperledger)

Engineer Lead: FULL-STACK Blockchain (Solidity, Javascript, NodeJS, GoLang, Hyperledger)

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Los Angeles, CA

Contractor

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

This role is in Los Angeles, CA.


Our Mission: 

Our team is passionate about using technology to advance local sustainable manufacturing supply chains increasing accessibility and transparency working to solve a variety of new and unique challenges, creating new products. We move quickly, use data to drive our decisions, and deliver products and analytics to manufacturing professionals around the world.


About You:

You need to be passionate about leveraging blockchain and software technology solutions to help solve the problems of manufacturers Large , Medium and Small from C-Suite executives to the Shop Floor assembly line. 


We are specifically looking for "mid-senior" (5-7 years) full-stack blockchain software Javascript, C++, Node.js, Ethereum, Hyperledger engineers in Los Angeles. Ideal candidates will have some exposure to Manufacturing ERP environments and be comfortable working across the front and backend of the platform with JavaScript, Node.js/Node/NodeJS, React, Redux, Mongo/MongoDB and AWS. While ideally seeking engineers experienced in all of these technologies, we are open to agnostic, dynamic developers who've developed consumer-facing applications with other modern, web-based, object-oriented technologies. Successful candidates will have phenomenal communication skills and have worked successfully as part of an established engineering team.


Must Have:


5+ years of professional engineering experience

Tech: C++, JavaScript, React, Redux, Node.JS, RUST, GoLang, Ethereum, Hyperledger and MongoDB

Full Stack Experience

B.S in Computer Science or related

Plus:

Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

M.S. in Computer Science or related


Ideally you have worked in an ERP environment and are thoroughly familiar with manufacturing ERP. You will collaborate closely with product and vendors and customers to improve the end product and assist the Team to increase revenue based on user feedback, as well as soliciting and managing product enhancement requests from Sales, Business Development and Operations. Our platform will be securely pooling and collateralizing data for analytics optimization and MLAI for Smart Manufacturing across industry and product. 


The Expertise We're Looking For

A degree in Computer Science / Information Science or equivalent work experience. Have practical experience developing on public blockchain platforms such as Bitcoin or Ethereum, and/or experience with private blockchain platforms Hyperledger Fabric. Experience working with cryptographic protocols and Contributions to open source projects (especially Blockchain-related ones) using smart contracts.


The Purpose of Your Role


We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to develop supply chain applications using Blockchain technology like Ethereum, Hyperledger and other leading public or private blockchain solutions. 


The Skills You Bring

Mastery of JavaScript, C++, Rust, Go, Golang, and Python

Firm grasp of the cryptographic principles underpinning Ethereum

Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Have a passion for blockchain development

Have an adversarial mindset: be just as good at breaking code as creating it

Experience of working with design thinking techniques in iterative sprints (Agile)

Have a collaborative mind set and enjoy sharing knowledge with other developers

One or more of:

Knowledge or experience with technologies using state/payment channels or Sidechains

Experience with private blockchain projects (permissioned distributed ledgers)


The Value You Deliver

Write Blockchain scripts and Ethereum smart contracts

Rapidly develop enterprise software applications and platforms using Blockchain technologies. Provide technical leadership on Blockchain technologies.

Work across peer groups to develop Blockchain solutions for the business

Team player who is a fast learner with a strong work ethic. Self starter, interest in manufacturing and product development, avid reader, thoughtful and creative! Former founders are especially welcome to apply! This position has room for growth.


What's in it for you:


Be part of building the engineering department within an innovative company.

Build a product from the ground up.

Work with a highly motivated and passionate team to build the future of the Manufacturing and Aerospace industry./

Awesome work environment! We are proudly incubated at the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator, located at the heart of the Arts District (https://laincubator.org).

If you join our team, you will work on projects that really matter to real people, while developing your own potential, and having a lot of fun.

Employment Type: CONTRACTOR

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