Expert Back End (Blockchain) EngineerVerified as a real position

Who we’re looking for

• 7+ years of backend development experience in modern languages (Go, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript)
• 3+ years of hands-on blockchain development experience
• Experience working on high-scale distributed systems
• Understanding of microservices architecture and API design
• Knowledge of consensus mechanisms, cryptographic primitives, and distributed systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Experience building blockchain solutions for enterprise or institutional use cases
• Understanding of security best practices for smart contracts and blockchain systems
• Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools in day-to-day development
• Understanding of MPC, multi-signature wallets, or other advanced cryptographic techniques
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm

What you’ll do

• Implement modern backend applications and infrastructure in a microservices architecture, using the latest technologies and development practices
• Deep dive into the latest blockchain technology and become an expert in the fundamentals, protocols, and features of the chains we support
• Collaborate effectively with developers, engineers, and other roles while demonstrating strong independent problem-solving abilities
• Contribute to production reliability through on-call participation, incident response, and post-incident follow-ups

About the position

Ciklum is looking for an Expert Back End (Blockchain) Engineer to join our team full-time in the Czech Republic. We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live. About the role: As an Expert Back End (Blockchain) Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow. Take a position in building and maintaining Client’s blockchain management platform. You’ll be responsible for building cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure while implementing high-throughput, real-time scalable software solutions. As a Blockchain Engineer, you will be instrumental in the research and integration of blockchain technologies into the Client’s platform. Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with foundations and developers to gain a deep understanding of blockchain protocols and on-chain projects, then applying that knowledge to implement new features within the platform. You will focus equally on external protocol integration patterns and internal wallet infrastructure. This role serves as a technical bridge between raw on-chain capabilities and the wallet features delivered to customers.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Home office option
• 5 weeks of holiday
• 5 sick days
• Multisport Card
• Meal allowance
• Internal trainings including workshops and seminars
• Paid certifications and technical as well as soft-skills training
• Possibility to participate in international conferences
• Fresh fruit, coffee, and a weekly company breakfast in the office
• Loyalty bonus after 5, 10, 15 and more years with the company
• Referral bonus programme
• Corporate events including team building, outdoor activities, Christmas party, health week, summer ice cream, and more
• Hybrid and remote working options available across our Czech offices in Prague, Hradec Králové, and Zlín