Lead Blockchain Architect — Enterprise-Scale Solutions (George)

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect in George, Western Cape, to define the technical vision and architectural roadmap for enterprise blockchain solutions. You will guide design and implementation of distributed ledger technology across complex systems.

The role demands a senior leader with a proven track record delivering scalable, secure blockchain deployments and the ability to mentor engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Over 10 years in software architecture and design with at least 5 years in blockchain.
• Deep expertise in Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Corda and consensus mechanisms.
• Proven record delivering large-scale enterprise blockchain solutions.
• Strong cryptography, security practices and network protocols.
• Experience in smart contract languages (Solidity, Go, Java).
• Excellent leadership and ability to mentor technical teams.
• Based in George, Western Cape or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the technical architecture for blockchain products and services.
• Lead design and implementation of DLT solutions for enterprise clients focusing on scalability and security.
• Evaluate and select blockchain platforms, protocols, and technologies for use cases.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams and enforce architecture standards.
• Collaborate with business leaders, product managers, and engineering to define requirements.
• Research emerging blockchain technologies and assess applicability.
• Define and enforce coding standards, security protocols, and deployment strategies.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and guide resolution with subject-matter expertise.
• Present strategies and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Enterprise systems

Security best practices

Cryptography

Leadership

Smart contract development

Go/Java

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Hyperledger Fabric

Ethereum

Corda

Solidity

Go

Java

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect in George, Western Cape, to define the technical vision and architectural roadmap for enterprise blockchain solutions. You will guide design and implementation of distributed ledger technology across complex systems.

The role demands a senior leader with a proven track record delivering scalable, secure blockchain deployments and the ability to mentor engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.