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Blockchain Infrastructure Engineer

Blockchain Infrastructure Engineers keep the foundational layer of Web3 working. You'll run and maintain nodes, build RPC infrastructure, work on indexing solutions, and ensure high availability for blockchain services. If you like DevOps, system administration, and low-level networking — this is your Web3 entry point.

$100k – $230k

High Demand

Low Competition

A Day in the Life

MorningCheck node health dashboards, verify sync status

MiddayUpgrade node software, run migration on indexer

AfternoonOptimize RPC latency, investigate failed transactions

EveningMonitor chain upgrades, set up alerting for new validators

Key Skills

Node OperationsEssential

Docker / KubernetesEssential

Linux AdministrationEssential

Monitoring & AlertingImportant

Networking / RPCImportant

Database ManagementHelpful

Career Growth Path

Junior DevOps

Infra Engineer

Senior Infra

Infrastructure Lead

VP of Engineering

Ideal Personality Traits

MethodicalReliableSystems-thinkerCalm under pressureIndependent

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