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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 technologyPay and Benefits:Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentiveComprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on locationPension / Retirement benefitsPaid 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:Being a member of the Digital Assets team, the Rust Smart Contract Engineer will design, develop and maintain production-grade smart contracts for the Stellar blockchain using the Soroban framework and for Solana. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of blockchain technology and smart contract capabilities, along with strong hands-on Rust expertise. You will own smart contract components from design through deployment and ongoing lifecycle management, helping ensure that DTCC’s blockchain solutions are secure, efficient, reliable and aligned with the requirements of a regulated financial-services environment.Your Primary Responsibilities:Design, develop and deploy smart contracts in Rust for Stellar using Soroban and for SolanaOwn smart contract modules from design through deployment and ongoing lifecycle managementLead code reviews and contribute to security assessments and audit readinessDesign and enhance testing strategies, deployment pipelines and reusable contract librariesCollaborate cross-functionally to integrate smart contracts with platform and backend servicesIdentify, analyze and mitigate smart contract security, reliability and performance risksMentor Associate engineers and promote best practices in Rust and smart contract developmentParticipate in incident response and root-cause analysis for smart contract-related issuesCollaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate smart contracts with web applicationsStay current with cryptographic and blockchain advancements to help identify and mitigate potential security threatsWork closely with product managers and stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and define system architectureShare blockchain and smart contract expertise with both technical and nontechnical team membersStay current with developments across the blockchain ecosystem and adapt solutions as appropriate**NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. **Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field (preferred), or equivalent practical experience4+ years of professional software engineering experience2+ years of hands-on Rust development experience1+ years of experience developing smart contracts or blockchain-based applicationsExperience developing Rust smart contracts in a production environmentStrong understanding of blockchain security, distributed systems and cryptographic principlesExperience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and secure software-delivery practicesTalents Needed for Success:Demonstrated experience performing both manual and automated testing in enterprise software environmentsExperience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and test suitesStrong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile methodologies, and quality engineering practicesExperience testing REST APIs, web applications, microservices, and distributed systemsKnowledge of defect tracking, test management, and reporting toolsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperience testing blockchain, digital-asset, or distributed-ledger platforms, including smart contracts and on-chain/off-chain transaction workflowsExperience with permissioned blockchain networks or AppChains; exposure to Hyperledger Besu or comparable enterprise blockchain technology is strongly preferredHands-on experience with modern automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Postman, or comparable technologiesExperience working with CI/CD platforms and automated quality gatesKnowledge of performance, security, and resiliency testing practicesWe offer top class training and development for you to be an asset in our organization!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. With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC’s subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC’s Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at or connect with us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you’ll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It’s the chance to make a difference at a company that’s truly one of a kind.Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here.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.Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-16

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