Umanist is hiring a

Blockchain Developer

Job Title: Smart Contract Developer – DAML Specialist

Location: New York City, NY (On-site, Monday to Friday)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Smart Contract Developer to join a team within a Global Banking & Markets division focused on building a cutting-edge platform for cross-bank settlements powered by blockchain technology. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative financial infrastructure that aims to redefine how institutions globally interact using tokenized assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop smart contracts using DAML (a smart contract language based on Haskell).
• Design and implement backend infrastructure for blockchain-based inter-bank settlement systems.
• Work with tokenized funds and financial instruments to enable secure and compliant transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate blockchain solutions into the broader banking infrastructure.
• Contribute to the platform’s regulatory-agnostic framework, ensuring seamless cross-border functionality.
• Support technical documentation, testing, and deployment processes.
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience with DAML (Digital Asset Modeling Language).
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as Java or Python.
• Solid understanding of blockchain technology, especially the Canton protocol.
• Experience developing smart contracts using DAML.
• Background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related technical disciplines.
  
  

Nice To Have

• Prior experience working on inter-bank settlement systems or financial services infrastructure.
  
  

Additional Details

• Shift Timing: General business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Interview Process:
• 3 Rounds: 2 with vendor + 1 client interview (virtual)
• Background Check: Mandatory post-offer (approx. 3 weeks turnaround, includes criminal history)
• Mode of Work: On-site, 5 days per week
• Office Location: New York City, NY
• Conversion Opportunity: Potential to convert to full-time with the end client based on performance

Skills: daml,asset modeling,canton protocol,python,infrastructure,blockchain,settlement,technology,java,smart contract development,blockchain technology,contribute,smart contracts,building,computer science,interview

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