Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Blockchain Focus

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer with a focus on blockchain and cryptocurrency to lead technology strategy, architecture, and delivery in a remote-first environment. You will mentor cross-functional teams, drive scalable platforms, assess new tech including AI/ML, and manage budgets and vendor relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This executive role requires strategic thinking and a track record in FinTech or crypto domains to shape the company’s

Qualifications

• Senior technology leadership experience (CTO/VP Eng).
• Experience designing and scaling distributed blockchain networks.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in remote-first settings.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company’s technology strategy with emphasis on blockchain and crypto integration.
• Lead and mentor engineering, product, and IT teams to high performance.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of scalable, secure platforms.
• Evaluate and adopt technologies including AI, ML, and cryptographic techniques.
• Manage technology budget, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Blockchain leadership

Distributed systems

Smart contracts

Remote leadership

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a strong focus on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency technologies to lead their technological initiatives. As CTO, you will be responsible for setting the company's technology vision, strategy, and roadmap, overseeing all aspects of technology development and deployment. This executive role requires a deep understanding of emerging technologies, a proven track record in leading technical teams, and the ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced, remote-first environment. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of the company and its presence in the decentralized ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's overall technology strategy, with a primary emphasis on blockchain and crypto integration.
• Lead and mentor the engineering, product, and IT teams, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of scalable and secure technological platforms.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies, including AI, machine learning, and advanced cryptographic techniques.
• Manage the technology budget, vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in senior technology leadership roles (e.g., CTO, VP of Engineering), preferably within the FinTech or Crypto & Blockchain industry.
• Proven expertise in designing and scaling complex distributed systems and blockchain networks.
• Strong understanding of various blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams in a remote-first setting.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary, bonus, and equity options.
• Opportunity to lead technological innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Be a key player in shaping the future of a cutting-edge technology company.