Junior Blockchain Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Exposure to blockchain projects

Hybrid work environment

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, South Africa, invites applications for a Junior Blockchain Developer to join an innovative team. This entry-level role focuses on building smart contracts and decentralized apps, with mentorship from senior developers and a strong learning culture.

You will contribute to design, development, testing, and documentation, while embracing a hybrid work model that supports collaboration and individual focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of blockchain technology and smart contracts.
• Basic programming skills in languages relevant to blockchain (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Solidity).
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and coding of smart contracts using languages like Solidity.
• Participate in the testing and debugging of blockchain applications.
• Support senior developers in the design and architecture of new blockchain features.
• Learn and implement blockchain development best practices under mentorship.
• Contribute to technical documentation and project updates.

Skills

Solidity

JavaScript

Python

Blockchain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Blockchain Developer to join their innovative team in Queenstown. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about crypto and blockchain technology to build their career. You will work under the guidance of experienced senior developers, contributing to the design, development, and testing of smart contracts and decentralized applications. This role offers a fantastic learning environment within a collaborative setting, with the flexibility of a hybrid work model to foster both team synergy and individual focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and coding of smart contracts using languages like Solidity.
• Participate in the testing and debugging of blockchain applications.
• Support senior developers in the design and architecture of new blockchain features.
• Learn and implement blockchain development best practices under mentorship.
• Contribute to technical documentation and project updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of blockchain technology and smart contracts.
• Basic programming skills in languages relevant to blockchain (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Solidity).
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.
• Structured training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to cutting-edge blockchain projects.
• A supportive hybrid work environment promoting learning and development.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.