Blockchain Network Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and certs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Blockchain Network Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, deploy, and maintain scalable blockchain networks, ensuring performance, security, and reliability of decentralized infrastructure.

Responsibilities include implementing consensus mechanisms, monitoring performance, addressing security threats, and collaborating with development teams to integrate upgrades across the network. Remote work offers flexibility and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with specialization in distributed systems or blockchain networks.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, cryptography, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Experience with Linux, virtualization, and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS) and blockchain architectures.
• Scripting skills (Bash, Python) for network automation.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage blockchain nodes and network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize for speed and efficiency.
• Ensure security and integrity of the blockchain network against threats.
• Implement and maintain consensus mechanisms and network protocols.
• Troubleshoot network issues and provide timely resolutions to maintain uptime.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate new features and upgrades.

Skills

Blockchain networks

Distributed systems

Network protocols

Cryptography

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Linux

Cloud/Virtualization

Consensus algorithms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Blockchain Network Engineer for a fully remote position, to design, build, and maintain robust and scalable blockchain networks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of their decentralized infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of network protocols, distributed systems, and the unique challenges of operating in the crypto and blockchain space, contributing critical expertise to foundational infrastructure from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage blockchain nodes and network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations for speed and efficiency.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the blockchain network against potential threats.
• Implement and maintain consensus mechanisms and network protocols.
• Troubleshoot network issues and provide timely resolutions to maintain network uptime.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate new features and upgrades into the network.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a specialization in distributed systems or blockchain networks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP), cryptography, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Experience with operating systems (Linux), virtualization, and cloud computing platforms.
• Familiarity with various consensus algorithms (Proof-of-Work, Proof-of-Stake) and blockchain architectures.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for network automation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and certifications in blockchain and networking.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical infrastructure for innovative crypto projects.