Blockchain Architect - Enterprise Solutions

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development & certs

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Blockchain Architect to design and implement enterprise blockchain solutions for Polokwane. You will guide technical direction, evaluating platforms and driving adoption across business clients.

Role requires deep knowledge of blockchain protocols, cryptography, and secure design. A degree in CS/Engineering is expected, with a track record delivering complex enterprise blockchain projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software architecture and enterprise blockchain.
• Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, consensus mechanisms and DLTs.
• Proven track record delivering complex blockchain solutions for enterprises.
• Familiarity with smart contract development, cryptography and data security.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade blockchain solutions focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
• Evaluate and select blockchain platforms for business needs (e.g., Hyperledger, Ethereum private networks).
• Develop technical roadmaps and implementation strategies for blockchain projects.
• Translate business requirements into technical designs with stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for blockchain implementations.

Skills

Enterprise blockchain

System architecture

Blockchain protocols

Smart contract development

Cryptography

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Blockchain Architect focused on enterprise solutions to join their innovative team in Polokwane . This role is central to designing and implementing secure, scalable, and efficient blockchain systems tailored for business applications within the Crypto & Blockchain domain. You will play a key role in guiding the technical direction, ensuring successful adoption of blockchain technologies, and driving innovation for their enterprise clients. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of enterprise blockchain adoption.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade blockchain solutions, considering scalability, security, and performance.
• Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain platforms (e.g., Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum private networks) for specific business needs.
• Develop technical roadmaps and implementation strategies for blockchain projects.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for blockchain implementations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in software architecture and solution design, with a strong focus on enterprise blockchain .
• Deep understanding of various blockchain protocols, consensus mechanisms, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering complex blockchain solutions for enterprise clients.
• Familiarity with smart contract development, cryptography, and data security principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including bonuses.
• Hybrid work model that balances office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in blockchain technology .
• Work on impactful projects that are transforming industries through blockchain.