Blockchain Architect

Type of work: Hybrid (New Jersey / New York) Project description Our client is seeking a Full Stack Architect specializing in Digital Assets & Tokenization. In this role, you will lead enterprise architecture and solution strategy for blockchain-enabled digital asset and tokenization platforms, with a focus on real-world assets, digital securities, and institutional custody workflows. Technical requirements: Expertise in designing end-to-end architectures across backend services, React/Next.js frontends, smart contracts, EVM networks, and enterprise blockchain platforms (such as Hyperledger Besu and Kaleido).Deep knowledge of smart contract standards, including ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155, ERC-3643, and ERC-1400.Strong focus on smart contract security, upgradeability, and gas optimization.Hands-on experience establishing architecture standards for Web3 applications using Ethers.js, Viem, Wagmi, Node.js, Go, or Rust.Familiarity with MPC wallet providers such as Fireblocks, DFNS, Turnkey, and BitGo.Knowledge of KYC/AML integration, transaction monitoring, and compliance requirements for tokenized assets. Responsibilities: Lead enterprise architecture and solution strategy for blockchain-enabled digital asset and tokenization platforms, including real-world assets, digital securities, and institutional custody workflows.Define scalable end-to-end architectures across backend services, frontend applications, smart contracts, EVM networks, and enterprise blockchain platforms.Provide architectural leadership for smart contract standards, with a focus on security, upgradeability, and gas optimization.Design integration strategies for MPC wallet providers, including secure transaction signing and institutional custody workflows.Establish architecture standards for Web3 applications to support scalable and reliable platforms.Drive smart contract audit governance, KYC/AML integration, transaction monitoring, and compliance requirements across tokenized asset solutions.Lead architecture governance, technical roadmaps, Architecture Decision Records (ADRs), and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring engineering teams and ensuring production-ready implementations. Must have: Proven experience as an Enterprise Blockchain Architect with a strong focus on Digital Assets & Tokenization.Deep understanding of EVM networks, enterprise platforms (Hyperledger/Kaleido), and Web3 tech stacks (Node.js, Go, Rust, React/Next.js).Hands-on architectural experience with smart contract standards and MPC wallet integration for institutional custody workflows.Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor engineering teams, drive architecture governance, and oversee technical roadmaps.Availability for immediate interviews and a long-term engagement.Ability to work on a hybrid schedule in the New Jersey / New York area. Recruitment process: Applications are evaluated by our technical team members. Interviews will be conducted via virtual meetings and/or onsite. We value transparency and efficiency, so expect a prompt decision. Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will only contact selected candidates. How we work: Being a people-centric company, we highly value our employees, as they are the true strength of Maxima. Regardless of your gender, religion, location, and age, you are welcome here. Maxima is a team of long-term thinkers focused on sustainability and growth with a proven track record of long-lasting partnerships with our clients and employees.