Blockchain Platform Engineer — Hybrid Role to Build Core Infra

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Blockchain Platform Engineer to build and maintain core infrastructure for blockchain initiatives. You will ensure stability, scalability, and security while supporting decentralized applications. A strong systems engineering background and blockchain knowledge are required.

The role involves designing network infrastructure, implementing monitoring, and automating deployment. A collaborative team culture and opportunities for growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in systems engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure management.
• Experience with blockchain nodes (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger).
• Proficient in Python, Bash, or Go.
• Understanding of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of network protocols and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage blockchain network infrastructure (nodes, validators, oracles).
• Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting of blockchain systems.
• Ensure the security and resilience of the blockchain platform against potential threats.
• Automate deployment and operational processes using CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with software engineers to optimize application performance on the blockchain platform.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly.

Skills

Systems engineering

DevOps

Infrastructure management

Blockchain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Go

Bash

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Blockchain Platform Engineer to build and maintain core infrastructure for blockchain initiatives. You will ensure stability, scalability, and security while supporting decentralized applications. A strong systems engineering background and blockchain knowledge are required.

The role involves designing network infrastructure, implementing monitoring, and automating deployment. A collaborative team culture and opportunities for growth are emphasized.