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  • What is the difference between blockchain developer and blockchain engineer?

    Web3WandererAva

    Web3WandererAva

    @Web3Wanderer
    Updated: Aug 2, 2025
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    Can someone explain the real difference between a blockchain developer and a blockchain engineer? Or do these titles mean the same thing in job listings?

    I recently graduated in computer science and want to become a blockchain developer. When I look at jobs on LinkedIn and other sites, I see both titles and it’s confusing. Are the responsibilities or salaries different for blockchain engineers compared to blockchain developers?

    It’s hard to know what companies are actually looking for when I apply. Can anyone clarify the difference?


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  • Abdil Hamid

    @ForensicBlockSmith • 3mos

    Great question — the difference between a blockchain developer vs engineer can be confusing, especially since these titles are often used interchangeably across job portals and LinkedIn.

    Here’s a practical breakdown:

    A blockchain developer usually focuses on building smart contracts, writing dApps, and working directly with blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Solana, etc.

    A blockchain engineer often implies a broader scope — system design, protocol-level work, architecture decisions, integrations, and sometimes managing infrastructure.

    Think of it this way:

    Developer = application-level coding

    Engineer = system-level thinking (though they still write code)

    That said, role definitions vary by company. Some startups might call the same job a “developer,” while others say “engineer” to reflect experience or versatility. Always check the actual job description.

    In short, both roles are part of the broader blockchain roles comparison, and the real difference depends on the team’s structure and expectations.

    Hope this clears it up!

  • Emanuele Gaspari Castelletti

    @NxlAEGo • 3mos

    developer does, while engineer decides (and can do)

  • Damon Whitney

    @CareerSensei • 3mos

    Hey Emanuele, your answer is perfect. Short and simple

  • Merry Wordsworth

    @N026O0O • 3mos

    Thanks for clarifying the difference guys. this question often came to mind but i hesitate to ask thinking others will say me "Dumb" lol

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