Lead dApp Architect – Remote, Web3, Equity Potential

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity or token grants

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Decentralized Applications (dApps) Developer to guide design, development, and deployment of blockchain-based applications in a fully remote setup. You will drive architecture, security, and performance while mentoring a global team.

You will work across Ethereum, Polygon, and other networks, building scalable, user-friendly dApps with solid APIs and smart contracts. A passion for decentralization and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in dApp projects from inception to launch.
• Proficient in Solidity and blockchain interaction (Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Extensive front-end (React/Vue/Angular) and back-end (Node.js, Python) experience.
• Deep understanding of Ethereum, Polygon, and cross-chain patterns.
• Experience with IPFS and decentralized storage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end dApp development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
• Architect secure, scalable smart contracts and gas-optimized implementations.
• Design intuitive front-ends and robust backend services for dApps.
• Collaborate with product, design, and engineering to define roadmaps.
• Mentor juniors, perform code reviews, and uphold best practices.
• Stay ahead of blockchain trends and perform security audits.

Skills

Solidity

Web3.js

Ethers.js

React

Vue

Angular

Node.js

Python

IPFS

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Agile

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Decentralized Applications (dApps) Developer to guide design, development, and deployment of blockchain-based applications in a fully remote setup. You will drive architecture, security, and performance while mentoring a global team.

You will work across Ethereum, Polygon, and other networks, building scalable, user-friendly dApps with solid APIs and smart contracts. A passion for decentralization and strong leadership are essential.