Blockchain Developer

About the job
Role: Blockchain Developer

Location: Chicago, IL - hybrid - 3 days a week

Duration: 12+ months

Visa Restrictions: will consider OPT/CPT if they do not expire within 12 months.

Top Skills

fluent with writing solidity code (programming language primarily for blockchain platforms, particularly Ethereum)
Understanding/Experience with ERC token standards (if they have written solidity code, they will understand this)
ERC 1400 (Standard for security tokens on Ethereum blockchain)
Knowledge or experience with Azure Public Cloud
will consider folks with AWS/GCP/Public Cloud
Project Overview

The Blockchain Developer will represent the Digital Asset Innovation development team and play a key role supporting the digital transformation of assets and asset servicing functions leveraging emerging technologies such as cloud technologies, distributed ledgers, machine learning, cognitive algorithms etc., to position Northern Trust to be a key participant in the digital future.

Contractor’s Role

Design, develop, and deploy secure, efficient, and scalable smart contracts on Ethereum-based platforms.
Lead and mentor junior developers in best practices for Solidity programming and smart contract development.
Collaborate with other team members to ensure seamless integration of smart contracts with frontend and backend components.
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve the overall quality of the codebase.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in blockchain technology and contribute to the strategic direction of the team.