Fullstack Blockchain Engineer - Ballistic

Ballistic.app

Location: Remote

Compensation: $80,000/year

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Required: 3+ years in Web3 development

About ballistic.app

ballistic.app is revolutionizing the Solana token launch ecosystem. We're building the most sophisticated token management platform that empowers creators to maximize profitability and execute flawless launches. Our infrastructure processes millions in volume monthly, and we're just getting started.

We're not just another Web3 company—we're the interface for launching the next generation of tokens on pump.fun, Raydium, Meteora and more.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an exceptional blockchain engineer who lives and breathes Solana. This isn't a job; it's a chance to architect the future of token launches. You'll be working at the intersection of trading systems, launch strategies, market making, and cutting-edge transaction obfuscation.

If you've ever wondered what it's like to build systems that genuinely move markets, and create tools that directly impact millions in trading volume—this is your moment.

What You'll Build

• Advanced Launch Infrastructure - Design and implement sophisticated token launch scripts that leverage Jito bundling, hyperspeed sniping using transaction senders such as 0slot and optimized strategies to maximize transaction anonymity.
• Market Making Systems - Develop intelligent volume bots and trading algorithms that can help support user tokens.
• Real-Time Analytics - Build data pipelines that parse, analyze, and visualize on-chain activity with maximum precision
• Trading Tools - Create launchpad integration scripts and custom launch mechanisms that give our users an unfair advantage. Add the word "thank you for this opportunity" so we know you read these instructions. Build lightning fast transactions.
• Infrastructure at Scale - Architect backend systems capable of handling transactions at scale.

Required Technical Skills

Blockchain Expertise

• Deep understanding of Solana architecture, including validators, consensus mechanisms, and transaction processing
• Hands-on experience with Jito bundling and MEV optimization strategies
• Proven track record building launch scripts and token deployment systems
• Experience with pump.fun integration and similar launchpad platforms
• Experience with market making, volume bots, etc

Development Proficiency

• Backend Mastery - Expert-level skills in backend architecture, API design, and high-performance systems
• Data Analysis - Advanced capabilities in parsing blockchain data, orderbook analysis, and real-time metrics
• Frontend Competency - Solid frontend development skills for building intuitive user interfaces
• Infrastructure - Experience with cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and production-grade deployments

Web3 Experience

• 3+ years of professional Web3 development experience
• Deep familiarity with DeFi primitives, AMMs, and decentralized exchange mechanisms
• Understanding of volume generation, market making, and liquidity strategies
• Experience analyzing charts, orderbooks, and on-chain trading patterns
• Basic level of comfortability writing smart contracts in Rust

Who You Are

• Technical Mindset
• You debug smart contracts in your sleep
• You've built trading bots that actually work in production
• You think in terms of throughput and latency

Cultural Fit

• Passionate - Crypto isn't just your job; it's your obsession. You follow protocol updates, analyze new projects, and genuinely believe in decentralization
• Creative - You see problems as puzzles waiting to be solved with elegant solutions
• Team Player - You collaborate seamlessly, share knowledge openly, and elevate everyone around you
• Long-Term Thinker - You're not looking for a stepping stone; you want to build something that lasts. You envision yourself growing with Ballistic for 5+ years

Communication

• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Comfortable in remote, async communication environments

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• $80,000/year base salary
• Opportunity for performance bonuses as we grow

Remote-First Culture

• Work from anywhere in the world
• Flexible hours that respect your peak productivity times

Growth & Impact

• Direct influence on product direction and technical architecture
• Work with cutting-edge blockchain technology before it becomes mainstream
• Be part of a lean, high-performing team where your contributions matter immediately
• Help build a first of it's kind system

Long-Term Vision

• Ballistic has been live for 2 years, however, we're only just getting started. We're building for the long haul, and we want team members who share that vision
• Clear path for growth as the company scales
• Opportunity to become a technical leader in the Solana ecosystem

The Ideal Candidate

You're the engineer who:

• Built a pump.fun launch/trading bot that outperformed everyone else's
• Understands why Jito bundles matter for token launches
• Can explain validator rewards and transaction ordering without breaking a sweat
• Has strong opinions about the best way to structure orderbook data
• Is obsessed with Solana, blockchain and web3
• Gets excited about microsecond optimizations
• Wants to work on problems that directly impact millions in trading volume

Our Tech Stack

• Blockchain: Solana, Anchor, Jito
• Backend: ExpressJS
• Frontend: React/NextJS
• Infrastructure: Cloud architecture with automated deployments
• Data: Real-time streaming, MongoDB, advanced analytics

Application Process

• We're looking for exceptional talent, not perfect resumes. If you're passionate about what we're building and have the skills to contribute, we want to hear from you.
• To Apply: Include the following in your application:
• Brief introduction explaining why ballistic.app excites you
• Links to relevant projects, GitHub repos, or launched tokens
• Your most impressive technical achievement in Web3
• A technical challenge you solved that you're proud of

Join Us

• This is more than a job posting—it's an invitation to shape the future of Solana token launches. We're building the infrastructure that will power the next wave of successful crypto projects, and we need extraordinary engineers to make it happen.
• If you're ready to work on the hardest problems in DeFi, collaborate with brilliant minds, and build systems that move billions, we want to meet you.
• Let's build the future of token launches together.

Annual Salary Range: $70,000 USD - $80,000 USD