Cloud Solutions Architect - Hybrid Work, Cutting-Edge Infra

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Remote-first with occasional travel

Health and wellness benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge blockchain tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Solutions Architect for a fully remote role. The candidate will conceptualize, design, and oversee complex blockchain architectures, engaging stakeholders to translate business needs into secure, scalable blockchain solutions.

This role supports a remote-first culture with potential travel for strategic meetings. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software architecture and at least 5 years in blockchain, with experience across Hyperledger Fabric,

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent extensive experience in CS/IT.
• 10+ years of software architecture experience with at least 5 years in blockchain.
• Deep understanding of public, private, consortium blockchains and consensus mechanisms.
• Proven experience with Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum or Corda.
• Proficiency in Go, Java, JavaScript or Solidity.
• Strong cryptography and distributed systems knowledge.
• Excellent communication and remote leadership skills.
• Experience leading distributed teams remotely.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and oversee scalable blockchain solutions.
• Develop technical roadmaps and strategy for blockchain initiatives.
• Lead and mentor development teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope.
• Oversee smart contracts and decentralized applications development.
• Ensure security and compliance in deployments.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proofs-of-concept for new blockchain applications.
• Stay updated on emerging blockchain trends, tools, and techniques.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Go

Java

JavaScript

Solidity

Cryptography

Distributed systems

Remote team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Hyperledger Fabric

Ethereum

Corda

Job description

About the Role Our client is at the forefront of revolutionizing industries through blockchain technology and is seeking a visionary Blockchain Solutions Architect for a fully remote position. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can conceptualize, design, and oversee the implementation of complex blockchain architectures. You will engage directly with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into secure, scalable, and efficient blockchain solutions. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in **George, Western Cape, ZA**, emphasizing a remote-first work culture. You will be responsible for guiding technical teams, ensuring architectural integrity, and driving the adoption of best practices in blockchain development. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of decentralized applications. Key Responsibilities

• Architect and design robust, scalable, and secure blockchain solutions tailored to specific business requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate blockchain platforms, protocols, and technologies.
• Develop technical roadmaps and strategy for blockchain initiatives.
• Lead and mentor development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope.
• Oversee the development and integration of smart contracts and decentralized applications.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance standards in blockchain deployments.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concepts for new blockchain applications.
• Stay updated on emerging blockchain trends, tools, and techniques.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software architecture and design, with at least 5 years focused on blockchain technologies.
• Deep understanding of various blockchain architectures (e.g., public, private, consortium) and consensus mechanisms.
• Proven experience designing and implementing solutions using major blockchain platforms (e.g., Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Corda).
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages relevant to blockchain development (e.g., Go, Java, JavaScript, Solidity).
• Strong knowledge of cryptography, security principles, and distributed systems.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business terms.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment and managing distributed teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Significant impact on shaping the company's blockchain strategy.
• Full remote work flexibility with potential for occasional travel for strategic meetings.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and skill development.
• Access to cutting-edge blockchain technology and resources.

Senior Blockchain Solutions Architect (Remote First)

About the Role Our client, a leader in the Crypto & Blockchain industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Solutions Architect to join their pioneering team.