Blockchain Solutions Architect

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development support

Conferences & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Blockchain Solutions Architect to design and oversee scalable, secure blockchain solutions in Queenstown, SA. Lead technical strategy, select platforms, and collaborate with teams to deliver robust architectures.

The role emphasizes deep blockchain platform knowledge, distributed ledger tech, and enterprise integration, with a focus on innovation in the crypto space and secure deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Extensive experience as a Solutions Architect in blockchain.
• Proficient in Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, and smart contracts.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end blockchain solutions tailored to business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend blockchain platforms, protocols, and technologies.
• Develop blueprints and specifications for blockchain implementations.
• Collaborate with development teams to realize architectural designs.
• Provide technical leadership and governance on best practices for blockchain projects.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Smart contract development

DLT & cryptography

Cloud platforms

Solution architecture

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Solidity

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Blockchain Solutions Architect to design and oversee the implementation of robust blockchain solutions in Queenstown . This role is essential for translating business requirements into scalable and secure blockchain architectures. You will guide the technical direction of projects within the crypto and blockchain domain, ensuring that solutions are efficient, reliable, and aligned with industry best practices. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of various blockchain platforms, distributed ledger technologies, and enterprise system integration, leading technical innovation and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end blockchain solutions tailored to specific business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate blockchain platforms, protocols, and technologies.
• Develop technical blueprints and specifications for blockchain implementations.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful execution of architectural designs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices for blockchain development and deployment.
• Assess and mitigate technical risks associated with blockchain implementations in the crypto landscape.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Solutions Architect with a specialization in blockchain technology.
• Deep knowledge of various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric) and smart contract development.
• Strong understanding of distributed ledger technology (DLT), consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and integrating blockchain solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain projects in Queenstown .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development support, including conferences and certifications.
• A forward-thinking environment that embraces innovation in the crypto space.