Blockchain CTO — Visionary Tech Leader, Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Executive package

Health & retirement benefits

Challenging environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy and drive blockchain innovation. You will shape the company’s tech roadmap, oversee R&D, and translate complex crypto concepts into business value for stakeholders.

You will mentor engineering and product teams, manage blockchain product development, budgets, and stay ahead of industry trends to deliver scalable solutions and a competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading technology teams
• 5+ years in senior technology executive roles
• Deep knowledge of blockchain and crypto

Responsibilities

• Define and execute technology strategy with blockchain focus.
• Lead and mentor engineering and product teams.
• Oversee architecture, development, and deployment of blockchain products.
• Manage technology budget and resources.
• Engage with investors and partners to communicate tech vision.
• Stay ahead of blockchain trends.

Skills

Blockchain expertise

Leadership

Strategy

R&D management

Product development

Communication skills

Software SDLC

Executive leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy and drive blockchain innovation. You will shape the company’s tech roadmap, oversee R&D, and translate complex crypto concepts into business value for stakeholders.

You will mentor engineering and product teams, manage blockchain product development, budgets, and stay ahead of industry trends to deliver scalable solutions and a competitive advantage.