Blockchain Solutions Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Performance bonus

Professional development

Remote work

PTO

Retirement plan

Career advancement

Team-building

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Solutions Engineer to design, develop, and implement customized blockchain solutions for diverse clients. You will translate business needs into technical requirements for blockchain apps, smart contracts, and decentralized systems, collaborating with a team of experts.

The ideal candidate has a strong software engineering background with practical blockchain experience and a deep understanding of distributed ledger technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software engineering, with a significant focus on blockchain development.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing blockchain solutions for enterprise clients.
• Proficiency in smart contract development (e.g., Solidity, Go) and blockchain platforms (Ethereum, Hyperledger).
• Strong understanding of distributed ledger technologies, consensus algorithms, and cryptography.
• Experience with backend development (Node.js, Python, Java) and API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
• Experience in East London, Eastern Cape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable and secure blockchain solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Develop and deploy smart contracts using languages such as Solidity or Vyper.
• Implement backend services and APIs to support blockchain applications.
• Integrate blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems and third-party applications.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and manage project expectations.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts and develop prototypes to demonstrate blockchain capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to blockchain implementations.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments and best practices in blockchain technology.
• Create technical documentation, including design specifications and implementation guides.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our client's blockchain development frameworks and methodologies.

Skills

Blockchain development

Smart contract development

Distributed ledger

Backend development

API design

Cloud platforms

Docker

Node.js

Python

Java

Go

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related

Tools

Solidity

Go

Ethereum

Hyperledger

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Node.js

Python

Java

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology firm specializing in blockchain solutions, is seeking a talented Blockchain Solutions Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing customized blockchain solutions for a diverse range of clients. This involves working closely with clients to understand their business needs and translating them into technical requirements for blockchain applications, smart contracts, and decentralized systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in software engineering, coupled with practical experience in blockchain development and a deep understanding of distributed ledger technologies. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects that are driving adoption of blockchain technology across various industries. You will collaborate with a team of experts and have the chance to shape the future of our client's blockchain offerings. Your ability to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical implementation will be key to your success. You will play a crucial role in client success and product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable and secure blockchain solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Develop and deploy smart contracts using languages such as Solidity or Vyper.
• Implement backend services and APIs to support blockchain applications.
• Integrate blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems and third-party applications.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and manage project expectations.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts and develop prototypes to demonstrate blockchain capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to blockchain implementations.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments and best practices in blockchain technology.
• Create technical documentation, including design specifications and implementation guides.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our client's blockchain development frameworks and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software engineering, with a significant focus on blockchain development.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing blockchain solutions for enterprise clients.
• Proficiency in smart contract development (e.g., Solidity, Go) and blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger).
• Strong understanding of distributed ledger technologies, consensus algorithms, and cryptography.
• Experience with backend development (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java) and API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
• Experience in East London, Eastern Cape is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a performance bonus program. Employees have access to extensive professional development opportunities, including training, certifications, and conference attendance. Join an innovative and fast-paced work environment with a focus on cutting-edge technology. Work on diverse and challenging projects that push the boundaries of blockchain technology. This role offers the significant advantage of being fully remote. Generous paid time off and holidays. Retirement savings plan with company match. Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles. Regular virtual team-building events and collaborative sessions. Access to industry-leading tools and technologies.