Lead Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Equity options

Health insurance

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Engineer in Mossel Bay to guide a team delivering scalable, secure blockchain applications and infra.

You will steer architecture decisions, ensure code quality, and drive innovation in distributed ledger technologies while collaborating with product and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of blockchain development teams across projects.
• Experience designing distributed ledger tech and smart contracts.
• Strong programming skills in Solidity, Go or JavaScript.
• Solid cryptography, consensus, and network protocol knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a blockchain engineering team in Mossel Bay.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of blockchain solutions.
• Set coding standards and architectural guidelines for blockchain projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define roadmaps and tech requirements.

Skills

Blockchain leadership

DLT design

Solidity

Go

JavaScript

Cryptography

AWS/GCP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Blockchain Engineer to spearhead development initiatives within their burgeoning blockchain division in Mossel Bay . In this leadership role, you will guide a team of talented engineers in building robust, scalable, and secure blockchain applications and infrastructure. You will be responsible for architectural decisions, code quality, and driving innovation in the decentralized space. This is a prime opportunity for a seasoned blockchain professional to make a significant impact, shaping the technical direction and fostering a culture of excellence within a growing organization, driving forward the adoption of distributed ledger technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of blockchain developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of complex blockchain solutions and decentralized applications.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines for blockchain development.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to define project roadmaps and technical requirements.
• Conduct in-depth code reviews, identify technical debt, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and performance of all deployed blockchain systems.

Requirements

• Significant professional experience as a Blockchain Engineer , with a proven track record of leading development teams.
• Expertise in designing and implementing distributed ledger technologies and smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum, Hyperledger, or similar.
• Strong proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., Solidity, Go, JavaScript) and blockchain frameworks.
• Deep understanding of cryptography, consensus mechanisms, and network protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary with performance-based bonuses and equity options.
• Opportunity to lead groundbreaking blockchain projects in Mossel Bay .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and a supportive work-life balance.
• Access to continuous professional development and training in emerging technologies.