Remote Blockchain Architect: Scale Secure Ledgers

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Architect for a fully remote role, enabling you to shape our distributed ledger roadmap from anywhere. You’ll lead architecture decisions, evaluate platforms, and drive scalable, secure blockchain solutions across diverse use cases in a remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate holds 10+ years in software architecture with at least 5 years in blockchain, and demonstrates strong leadership, cryptography expertise, and experience with Ethereum, Hyperledger

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of software architecture experience, with at least 5 years in blockchain.
• Expertise across blockchain architectures, consensus mechanisms, and smart contract development (Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Solana).
• Strong cryptography, distributed systems, and network protocols understanding.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Ability to design and architect enterprise-grade blockchain solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; proven leadership of technical teams.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in the financial services or fintech is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define the architectural vision and strategy for blockchain projects.
• Evaluate and select platforms, protocols, and technologies for various use cases.
• Design scalable, secure distributed ledger systems.
• Develop technical standards, guidelines, and best practices for blockchain development.
• Lead the technical design and implementation of smart contracts and decentralized applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concepts for emerging blockchain technologies.
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Distributed systems

Smart contracts

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Solana

AWS

Azure

GCP

DevOps practices

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Architect for a fully remote role, enabling you to shape our distributed ledger roadmap from anywhere. You’ll lead architecture decisions, evaluate platforms, and drive scalable, secure blockchain solutions across diverse use cases in a remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate holds 10+ years in software architecture with at least 5 years in blockchain, and demonstrates strong leadership, cryptography expertise, and experience with Ethereum, Hyperledger