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Smart Contract Security Engineer (Security Audit)

at Binance

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Binance is seeking a Smart Contract Security Engineer (Security Audit) to perform vulnerability reviews on smart contracts and blockchains, and to develop automated scanning and monitoring tools. You will conduct security audits, write high-quality audit reports, and perform post-mortem analyses of hacking incidents. The role involves proactively identifying on-chain risks, modeling attack vectors, and applying knowledge of EVM-compatible blockchains and DeFi design patterns. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple projects and gain deep exposure to crypto security.

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the field and contribute to the blockchain community. You will work hand-in-hand with various talented workers from Binance on the cutting-edge of crypto to guard safety across many projects and systems. You will also coordinate with other teams aside from the security group, which could provide you an in-depth understanding of the crypto world.

Responsibilities

Perform a review analysis on newly disclosed vulnerabilities for smart contracts and summarize the root cause behind the exploits for early detection in the future
Conduct security audits on both smart contracts and blockchains, and write high-quality audit reports
Develop automated scanning and monitoring tools for smart contracts and blockchains
Utilize scanning tools to detect vulnerabilities in online contracts and promptly issue risk warnings
Conduct post-mortem analyses on various hacking incidents, examining the causes, processes, and basic fund tracing
Proactively identify on-chain risks, monitor and model emerging on-chain attack vector trends, and possess a solid understanding of on-chain security risks such as fraud and phishing
Demonstrate a strong understanding of EVM-compatible blockchains and layer 2 solutions, and be familiar with DeFi design patterns

Requirements

Currently enrolled or holding a bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science or a related field
Proficient in Smart Contract programming languages, such as Solidity, among others
Basic understanding of common Smart Contract security vulnerabilities
Basic understanding of blockchain and smart contract principles, experienced with reading Blockchain explorers. Well versed with the different types of hacks on smart contracts, and its common attack vectors
Well versed with the different types of scams such as Wallet Drainers in the space and how to identify them
Familiar with smart contract development testing, transaction analysis, and other tools
Experienced in using VSCode, Git, or other version control applications
Proficient in Python or another object-oriented programming language
Fundamental knowledge of code analysis and program debugging

Additional beneficial skills

Passionate about cryptocurrency / DeFi / smart contract / blockchain
Basic knowledge of fuzz testing or static analysis
Basic knowledge of detection, exploitation, and prevention of security vulnerabilities
Experience in smart contracts development (e.g Foundry, HardHat, etc.)
Experience in CTF or bug bounty programs (e.g. Hack The Box, WebGoat, etc.)
Experience in Front-end development (React, Javascript, Typescript)
Experience in data mining and data analysis of on-chain data
Have great interest in Binance, high work enthusiasm and responsibility, good and humble work attitude

Why Binance

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem

• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure

• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment

• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning

• Competitive salary and company benefits

• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.

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