Blockchain Network Engineer - Infrastructure & Operations

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site in Rustenburg

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Blockchain Network Engineer to join our growing tech team in Rustenburg, North West, ZA. You will deploy and maintain blockchain nodes, monitor throughput, and implement security measures to protect the network.

The role requires Linux expertise, cloud familiarity, and scripting for automation. You will collaborate with developers to integrate new features and protocols, manage cloud resources, and contribute to documentation and incident response.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network engineering and distributed systems.
• Strong blockchain protocol knowledge and Linux proficiency.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerisation.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain blockchain nodes and network infra.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, ensure uptime.
• Implement network security measures for the blockchain network.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Automate deployment with scripting and IaC tools.
• Collaborate with dev teams to integrate features/protocols.
• Manage cloud resources (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Document configurations and procedures.
• Participate in on-call incident response.

Skills

Blockchain concepts

Networking

Linux/Unix

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Python/Bash/Go scripting

Network security

Monitoring/observability

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK stack

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm focused on building robust and scalable blockchain infrastructure. We are seeking a skilled Blockchain Network Engineer to join our dedicated team in Rustenburg, North West, ZA. This role requires an individual with a strong background in network engineering, systems administration, and a deep understanding of blockchain protocols and distributed systems. You will be responsible for deploying, configuring, monitoring, and maintaining our blockchain nodes and associated network infrastructure. This is an on-site position critical for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our network operations. If you have a passion for blockchain technology, a keen eye for operational excellence, and expertise in network management, we want to hear from you. Join us in building the foundational layers of the decentralized future.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain blockchain nodes and network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure optimal uptime and throughput.
• Implement and manage security measures to protect the blockchain network from threats.
• Troubleshoot network and infrastructure issues, providing timely resolution.
• Automate deployment and management tasks using scripting languages and infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate new features and protocols into the network.
• Manage cloud infrastructure resources (e.g., AWS, Azure) related to the blockchain network.
• Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations and operational procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotations for incident response.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in blockchain technology and network engineering.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer, Systems Administrator, or similar role with a focus on distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, including various consensus mechanisms and network protocols.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP) and network security principles.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art blockchain technology.
• Professional growth and development within a dynamic tech company.
• Collaborative team environment in Rustenburg, North West, ZA.
• Contribute to the core infrastructure of groundbreaking projects.
• Health and wellness benefits.