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Protocol Engineer

Plume Network
Remote (United States)Posted 9mo ago

About this role

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Plume Network is seeking a Protocol Engineer to build and maintain the core blockchain infrastructure powering its EVM-compatible RWA platform. You will develop end-to-end features that integrate institutional assets into DeFi primitives like lending and swapping. The role requires designing scalable node software and implementing vertical solutions to bridge traditional finance with on-chain utility.

  • Experience in distributed systems, consensus protocols, or high-performance networking
  • Proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, MySQL, and Drizzle
  • Familiarity with Viem, Wagmi, ZeroDev Kernel, and SIWE
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
Blockchain InfrastructureDistributed SystemsTypeScriptDeFiEVM

Summary written by RWA Signal. The employer’s own description follows below.

About the role (from employer)

As a Protocol Engineer at Plume, you will be responsible for building end-to-end features, working with cutting-edge technology, and contributing to a product that uses every piece of the crypto/DeFi stack. In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the performance and reliability of Plume’s blockchain infrastructure, contributing to the core protocol design, and ensuring secure and efficient network operations. An ideal candidate will be excited to move and iterate quickly, strategically leverage emerging web3 and other software technologies and communicate effectively.


Overall Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain the core blockchain network software that powers Plume’s validators and full nodes.
  • Tackle unique challenges related to declarative trading and vertical solutions, bringing creative and well-architected approaches to complex problems.
  • Engage with every layer of the crypto/DeFi stack, from backend infrastructure to on-chain swaps and frontend Web3 UX, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
  • Lead the design and development of comprehensive features for Plume’s product, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and efficient.
  • Staying up-to-date with the latest developments and trends in protocol design and communication technologies.

 Qualifications

  • Experience designing and operating systems in one or more of the following areas: Distributed systems and consensus protocols, storage/database systems, high performance systems, networking protocols, or programming language and compilers.
  • Web3: Familiarity with Viem/Wagmi, permissionless.js/pimlico, SIWE (Sign-In with Ethereum), ZeroDev Kernel Smart Accounts.
  • Backend: Strong skills in Node.js (TypeScript), MySQL/Drizzle, Axiom & Sentry, with the ability to work with Python-based solvers.
  • Proven ability to design and implement novel solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
  • A deep interest in the crypto and decentralized finance ecosystem, with a strong desire to push the boundaries of what is possible on-chain.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and communication skills.

 

About Plume

Plume is a public, EVM‑compatible blockchain built for Real World Assets (RWAs). We go beyond tokenization — enabling assets to be used like crypto: stake, swap, lend, borrow, loop, and more.


By integrating institutional‑grade assets with DeFi tools, Plume makes private credit, ETFs, commodities, and other traditionally inaccessible assets permissionless, composable, and usable at a click. Our mission: bridge traditional finance and crypto through adoption without sacrificing transparency or user experience.


  • 180+ RWA companies building dapps and tokenizing assets on Plume’s testnet, ranging from collectibles and real estate to equities and private credit
  • 50+ technology partners working with Plume and offering special services to our ecosystem partners
  • Experienced team of 20+ crypto, finance, and tech professionals from:
    • Crypto: Coinbase, dYdX, LayerZero, Binance, Galaxy Digital, Kraken
    • Finance/Tech: JP Morgan, Robinhood, Google, Coupa, Affirm
  • Backed by great investors and operators including:
    • YZi Labs, Brevan Howard, Haun Ventures, Galaxy Digital, Lightspeed, Faction, Superscrypt, SV Angel, and more
Source & provenanceThis job is published by Plume Network on their own careers site (12 December 2025) and aggregated by RWA Signal.View original posting
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