Blockchain CTO - Visionary Tech Leader (Equity, Hybrid)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead the company’s technology strategy and execution in the blockchain space. You will steer architecture, guide engineering teams, and drive innovation across decentralized platforms, ensuring scalable, secure solutions and competitive advantage.

As a senior technology executive, you will manage budgets, foster technical excellence, and partner with leadership to shape the digital future.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technology leadership with focus on blockchain.
• Proven track record of scaling technology teams and delivering software.
• Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, consensus, and smart contracts.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making.
• Master's or PhD in CS, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology vision and roadmap for blockchain.
• Lead and mentor multiple engineering teams.
• Oversee architecture, design, and deployment of blockchain platforms.
• Manage technology budgets, resources, and vendor relationships.
• Drive R&D into emerging technologies to maintain competitive edge.

Skills

Blockchain leadership

Scaling teams

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Security best practices

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion seeks an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead the company’s technology strategy and execution in the blockchain space. You will steer architecture, guide engineering teams, and drive innovation across decentralized platforms, ensuring scalable, secure solutions and competitive advantage.

As a senior technology executive, you will manage budgets, foster technical excellence, and partner with leadership to shape the digital future.