Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Benoni location

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a skilled Blockchain Engineer to design, develop, and maintain distributed ledger applications and blockchain protocols. You will contribute to secure, scalable solutions and collaborate with product managers and engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CS/Engineering, 3+ years in software development with at least 1 year in blockchain, and hands-on experience with Solidity, Go, Python, or JavaScript on platforms like Ethereum, Solana, or Cardano.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years software development experience with at least 1 year in blockchain development.
• Proficiency in Solidity, Go, Python, or JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience with major blockchain platforms (Ethereum, Solana, Cardano).
• Strong understanding of cryptography, distributed ledger tech, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with Git and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement blockchain protocols and decentralized apps.
• Write, test, and deploy secure smart contracts.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define requirements and solutions.
• Integrate blockchain tech with existing systems and third-party platforms.
• Monitor and maintain performance, security, and scalability of networks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex blockchain-related issues.

Skills

Blockchain development

Smart contracts

Programming languages

Cryptography & DLT

Git & Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Blockchain Engineer to join their team in Benoni . This role is integral to developing and maintaining our innovative blockchain infrastructure and applications. You will work on cutting-edge projects within the crypto and blockchain space, contributing to the design, implementation, and deployment of secure and scalable solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer to contribute significantly to a company at the forefront of decentralized technology, operating within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment in Benoni .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement blockchain protocols and decentralized applications.
• Write, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts.
• Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to define project requirements and technical solutions.
• Integrate blockchain technologies with existing systems and third-party platforms.
• Monitor and maintain the performance, security, and scalability of blockchain networks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to blockchain operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in software development, with a minimum of 1 year specifically in blockchain development.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as Solidity, Go, Python, or JavaScript.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more major blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Cardano).
• Strong understanding of cryptographic concepts, distributed ledger technology, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and agile methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in blockchain.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment located in Benoni .
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings options.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and technological advancement.