Blockchain Network Operations Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Remote learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Blockchain Network Operations Specialist to ensure the stability and security of our client’s decentralized networks. You will monitor health, respond to incidents, and implement best practices for uptime and performance.

This fully remote role requires a strong background in network operations, familiarity with blockchain node operations, and proficiency with Prometheus and Grafana. Collaboration with engineering teams and clear documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network operations or IT infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, routing and firewalls.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology, consensus mechanisms, and node operations.
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (Prometheus, Grafana).
• Scripting in Bash or Python is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health, availability, and security of blockchain networks.
• Respond to incidents, diagnose and troubleshoot.
• Implement configuration changes and upgrades.
• Ensure integrity of node and validator infrastructure.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve complex issues.
• Document procedures, incident reports, and configurations.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Network operations

TCP/IP & routing

Blockchain node operations

Monitoring tools

Automation scripting

Tools

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the decentralized network infrastructure space, is seeking a diligent and technically adept Blockchain Network Operations Specialist . This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth, secure, and efficient operation of our client's blockchain networks. You will be responsible for monitoring network health, responding to incidents, and implementing best practices for network stability and performance. This position offers a remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute to the vibrant Crypto & Blockchain industry from anywhere. If you have a strong background in network operations and a keen interest in decentralized technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance, availability, and security of blockchain networks and associated infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to network alerts and incidents, performing diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Implement and maintain network configuration changes and upgrades.
• Ensure the integrity and security of blockchain nodes and validator infrastructure.
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to resolve complex network issues.
• Document network operations procedures, incident reports, and system configurations.
• Maintain awareness of network security threats and implement preventative measures.
• Optimize network performance for speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in on-call rotation for incident response as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in network operations, system administration, or a related IT infrastructure role.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
• Familiarity with blockchain technology, consensus mechanisms, and node operations.
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) and alerting systems.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is advantageous.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of blockchain network technology.
• Contribute to the stability and growth of decentralized networks.
• Collaborative and dynamic remote work culture.
• Continuous learning and professional development in the rapidly evolving Crypto & Blockchain sector.