Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Blockchain

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Equity options

Fully remote

Executive benefits

Autonomy

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a visionary CTO to lead a fully remote blockchain technology division. You will set technical direction, build and scale world-class engineering teams, and drive innovation in decentralized systems.

The role requires strategic leadership, deep cryptography knowledge, and the ability to translate complex concepts to diverse audiences while delivering on ambitious tech goals.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in technology leadership with blockchain focus.
• Proven track record building and scaling tech organizations.
• Deep knowledge of blockchain architecture, smart contracts, tokenomics.
• Experience with SDLC, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.

Aufgaben

• Define and execute the company’s technology strategy with emphasis on blockchain innovation.
• Lead, mentor, and grow engineering teams across functions.
• Oversee architecture, development, and deployment of blockchain-based products.
• Ensure security, scalability, and reliability of the tech infrastructure.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and identify strategic opportunities.
• Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, and partnerships.

Kenntnisse

Blockchain leadership

Technology leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Tools

Cloud platforms

Smart contracts tooling

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a deep specialization in blockchain technology to lead their fully remote technology division. As CTO, you will set the technical direction, oversee all aspects of technology development, and drive innovation within the blockchain space. This executive role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a profound understanding of decentralized systems, cryptography, and emerging technologies. You will be responsible for building and scaling world-class engineering teams and ensuring the successful execution of our client's ambitious technological goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's overall technology strategy, with a strong emphasis on blockchain innovation.
• Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing engineering and development teams across multiple functions.
• Oversee the architecture, development, and deployment of all blockchain-based products and platforms.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of the company's technology infrastructure.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to identify strategic opportunities.
• Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in technology leadership roles, with a significant portion focused on blockchain and distributed ledger technologies .
• Proven track record of successfully building and scaling technology organizations.
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, and tokenomics.
• Expertise in software development lifecycle, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including significant equity options.
• Fully remote work environment, allowing for global talent acquisition and flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead technological innovation at the forefront of the blockchain industry.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other executive benefits.
• A culture that fosters innovation, autonomy, and high performance.