Lead Blockchain Architect (Remote-First)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Paid time off

Professional development funds

Remote-first

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect for a fully remote, remote-first role. You will define the architecture of core blockchain products, design scalable distributed systems, and guide a talented engineering team.

This senior position emphasizes leadership, strategic roadmapping, and cutting-edge cryptography expertise. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software architecture with 5+ focused blockchain experience, deep knowledge of Ethereum, Hyperledger, and Solana, and strong

Qualifications

• 10+ years software architecture and design experience.
• Minimum 5 years focused on blockchain technologies.
• Proven track record architecting and delivering complex, large-scale blockchain solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Ethereum, Hyperledger, Solana.
• Expertise in distributed systems, cryptography, and smart contract development.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience leading distributed remote engineering teams is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-level blockchain architecture for products.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for blockchain infrastructure.
• Evaluate and select blockchain platforms, consensus protocols, and tools.
• Ensure scalability, security, performance, and resilience of blockchain solutions.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering teams, and stakeholders to align technical vision with business goals.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to blockchain teams.
• Oversee integration of blockchain with existing enterprise systems.
• Conduct architectural reviews and enforce best practices and standards.
• Stay updated on cutting-edge blockchain advancements.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Distributed systems

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Leadership

Remote team leadership

Ethereum

Hyperledger

Solana

Smart contracts

Cryptography

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering force in the decentralized technology landscape and is actively seeking an accomplished Lead Blockchain Architect for a fully remote, remote-first position. This senior role will involve defining and overseeing the technical architecture of our client's core blockchain products and services. You will be responsible for designing scalable, secure, and efficient distributed systems, making critical technical decisions, and guiding a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in blockchain architecture, a deep understanding of various consensus mechanisms, and a passion for innovation in the Web3 space. This is a prime opportunity to shape the future of blockchain technology on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-level blockchain architecture for new and existing products.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for blockchain infrastructure and applications.
• Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain platforms, consensus protocols, and tools.
• Ensure the scalability, security, performance, and resilience of blockchain solutions.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering teams, and stakeholders to align technical vision with business goals.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to blockchain development teams.
• Oversee the integration of blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge advancements in blockchain technology, cryptography, and distributed systems.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software architecture and design, with a minimum of 5 years focused on blockchain technologies.
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering complex, large-scale blockchain solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, Solana) and their underlying technologies.
• Expertise in distributed systems, consensus algorithms, cryptography, and smart contract development.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience in leading distributed and remote engineering teams is highly desirable.

Benefits

This fully remote, remote-first role offers a highly competitive salary of R per annum, commensurate with expertise and leadership experience. Our client provides an exceptional benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement planning options, generous paid time off, and professional development funds for conferences and certifications. You will enjoy the ultimate flexibility in work location and hours, fostering a superior work-life balance. Join a visionary company and lead the architectural direction of groundbreaking blockchain innovations.