Blockchain Network Administrator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cutting-edge blockchain tech

Growth in crypto space

Health and retirement benefits

On-site team support

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Blockchain Network Administrator to maintain and secure our blockchain infrastructure on-site. You will manage nodes, monitor performance, and ensure uptime in a fast-growing crypto environment.

The ideal candidate holds a IT/CS degree, has 3+ years in network administration, strong Linux/Unix server and cloud experience, and a solid understanding of blockchain technology and security practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 3+ years in network administration or systems engineering.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, distributed ledger systems, and node operations.
• Proficiency in network protocols, firewalls, and security best practices.
• Experience with Linux/Unix server management and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain blockchain nodes and network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, uptime, and resource utilization, implementing optimizations as needed.
• Implement and manage security protocols to protect blockchain nodes and data from unauthorized access.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and node-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Manage user access and permissions for the blockchain network.
• Collaborate with development teams to support network upgrades and deployments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the Crypto & Blockchain sector, is seeking an experienced Blockchain Network Administrator to join their operational team in Stellenbosch. This is an on-site position, requiring your dedicated presence to manage and maintain the integrity of our blockchain infrastructure. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, security, and performance of our blockchain nodes and networks. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of network infrastructure and blockchain technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain blockchain nodes and associated network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, uptime, and resource utilization, implementing optimizations as needed.
• Implement and manage security protocols to protect blockchain nodes and data from unauthorized access.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and node-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Manage user access and permissions for the blockchain network.
• Collaborate with development teams to support network upgrades and deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network administration or systems engineering.
• Solid understanding of blockchain technology, distributed ledger systems, and node operations.
• Proficiency in network protocols, firewalls, and security best practices.
• Experience with server management (Linux/Unix) and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge blockchain technology in a stable environment.
• Be part of a growing company in the cryptocurrency space.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• On-site work environment with dedicated team support.