Principal Smart Contract Engineer

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

DTCC Digital Assets is at the forefront of driving institutional adoption of digital assets technology with a steadfast commitment to innovation anchored in security and stability. As the financial services industry's trusted technology partner, we pride ourselves on empowering a globally interconnected and efficient ecosystem. Our mission is to provide secure and compliant infrastructure for digital assets, enabling financial institutions to unlock the full potential of blockchain technology

Pay And Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The Impact You Will Have In This Role
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Smart Contract Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of smart contracts for the Stellar blockchain (using the Soroban framework) and Solana. This role blends deep expertise in Rust engineering, smart contract architecture, and blockchain application development. You will be responsible for building secure, scalable, and resilient smart contract solutions that support mission-critical financial and blockchain applications.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the development of smart contracts for Stellar (Soroban) and Solana, ensuring high reliability, security, and performance
• Design and implement smart contract deployment pipelines and best practices for code review, testing, and auditing
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of smart contracts with existing systems and blockchain infrastructure
• Oversee the development and maintenance of reusable contract libraries and frameworks in Rust
• Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations, security standards, and internal governance for smart contract development
• Lead incident response and root cause analysis for smart contract-related issues
• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of Rust engineers and blockchain developers
• Stay current with emerging trends in smart contract development, blockchain protocols, and decentralized application design

**NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. **

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3+ years hands-on experience in Rust development
• 3+ years of experience developing and deploying smart contracts on blockchain platforms (Stellar, Solana, Ethereum, etc.)
• Strong expertise in the Soroban framework and Solana smart contract development
• Proficiency in Rust, and familiarity with other relevant languages (e.g., Go, Python, TypeScript)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, secure software delivery, and code auditing for smart contracts
• Deep understanding of blockchain security, distributed systems, and cryptographic principles
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of mentoring teams and driving cross-functional collaboration

Talents Needed For Success

• Experience with zero-knowledge proofs
• Professional certifications in blockchain technologies or smart contract security
• Experience in financial services or regulated industries
• Leadership Competencies:- Champion Inclusion – Foster a culture of belonging and trust
• Communicate Clearly – Deliver purposeful messages and listen actively
• Cultivate Relationships – Build authentic networks across teams
• Instill Ownership – Drive accountability and manage execution
• Inspire Growth – Coach and mentor for continuous development
• Propel Change – Innovate and challenge the status quo

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.