Hybrid Blockchain Solutions Architect — Lead Innovative Systems

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a seasoned Blockchain Solutions Architect to lead the design and governance of scalable blockchain platforms. You will shape technical strategy and guide cross-functional teams toward secure distributed systems.

As part of a dynamic, hybrid-work environment, you will evaluate platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger, and Corda, mentor developers, and collaborate with business stakeholders to deliver innovative blockchain solutions across industries.

Qualifications

• Experience designing distributed systems with blockchain focus.
• Proficient in multiple blockchain platforms and security.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end blockchain architectures and integration strategies.
• Evaluate and select blockchain platforms, consensus mechanisms, and protocols.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams throughout lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain standards, blueprints, and best practices for blockchain security.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Distributed systems

Technical leadership

Communication

Smart contract development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger

Corda

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a seasoned Blockchain Solutions Architect to lead the design and governance of scalable blockchain platforms. You will shape technical strategy and guide cross-functional teams toward secure distributed systems.

As part of a dynamic, hybrid-work environment, you will evaluate platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger, and Corda, mentor developers, and collaborate with business stakeholders to deliver innovative blockchain solutions across industries.