Lead Blockchain Engineer - Remote First

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,990,000 - 3,981,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development budget

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Blockchain Engineer to guide architecture and development of flagship blockchain products in a remote-first team. You will mentor engineers, shape technical roadmaps, and drive secure, scalable solutions across distributed ledgers.

Ideal candidates bring extensive blockchain leadership, deep crypto knowledge, and proficiency in Go, Rust, C++, Solidity, plus cloud and container tech. Global, async collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive blockchain development experience with lead or senior architect roles.
• Deep understanding of Bitcoin, Ethereum, PoS, PoW architectures.
• Proficiency in Go, Rust, C++, Solidity; strong cryptography and network knowledge.
• Experience designing distributed systems and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) with containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of complex blockchain protocols.
• Architect scalable, secure blockchain solutions with attention to consensus and topology.
• Mentor a team of blockchain engineers; drive technical roadmaps and requirements.
• Oversee smart contract development for security and efficiency; conduct reviews.
• Research new blockchain tech and promote best practices in development and deployment.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Go

Rust

C++

Solidity

Distributed systems

Cryptography

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in blockchain innovation, is looking for a highly experienced and visionary Lead Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote team. This is a pivotal role requiring strong technical leadership, architectural design skills, and a deep understanding of distributed ledger technologies. You will be instrumental in guiding the technical direction of our client's core blockchain products, mentoring a talented team of engineers, and driving the development of scalable, secure, and robust blockchain solutions. As a remote-first company, you will thrive in a culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and asynchronous communication, making your location flexible anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex blockchain protocols and platforms.
• Architect scalable and secure blockchain solutions, considering consensus mechanisms, cryptography, and network topology.
• Mentor and guide a team of blockchain engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and requirements.
• Oversee the development of smart contracts, ensuring their security, efficiency, and maintainability.
• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and security assessments of blockchain systems.
• Research and evaluate new blockchain technologies and their potential application.
• Champion best practices in software development, testing, and deployment for blockchain projects.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in blockchain development, with a significant portion in a lead or senior architect role.
• Deep understanding of various blockchain architectures (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, PoS, PoW).
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages relevant to blockchain development (e.g., Go, Rust, C++, Solidity).
• Proven experience in designing and building distributed systems from the ground up.
• Strong knowledge of cryptography, network protocols, and consensus algorithms.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative work environment.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous paid time off, and a substantial budget for professional development. As a remote-first company, we provide the flexibility and autonomy to work from anywhere. Our client fosters a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and inclusivity, offering opportunities for significant career growth and impact in the blockchain space. Join our distributed team and shape the future of decentralized technology.