Lead dApps Architect & Tech Lead (Richards Bay)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Cutting-edge tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Decentralized Applications (dApps) Developer to guide our development efforts in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA. The role requires mentoring a team, setting technical standards, and delivering end-to-end dApp projects from concept to launch.

You will lead architecture, implement smart contracts, and ensure the security and performance of cutting-edge blockchain solutions for our Crypto & Blockchain initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years in software development, with 3+ years focused on dApps and smart contracts.
• Proficiency in Solidity.
• Experience with dApp development frameworks and tools (e.g., Truffle, Hardhat, Web3.js, Ethers.js).
• Strong understanding of Ethereum, ERC standards, and DeFi concepts.
• Experience with front-end technologies (React, Vue.js) and back-end (Node.js).
• Knowledge of security best practices for smart contracts and dApps.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions for Richards Bay team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle development of decentralized applications (dApps) on various blockchain platforms.
• Architect and design scalable, secure, and efficient dApp solutions.
• Mentor and guide a team of dApp developers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define dApp features and requirements.
• Develop smart contracts and integrate them with front-end interfaces and back-end services.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of dApps.
• Implement robust security measures to protect against common dApp vulnerabilities.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in dApp development, blockchain protocols, and Web3 technologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to dApp development and deployment.
• Contribute to setting technical strategy and best practices for dApp development within the organization.

Skills

dApps development

Smart contracts

Solidity

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Truffle

Hardhat

React

Vue.js

Node.js

Blockchain tech

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelors in CS/SE

Tools

Truffle

Hardhat

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Decentralized Applications (dApps) Developer to guide our development efforts in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA. The role requires mentoring a team, setting technical standards, and delivering end-to-end dApp projects from concept to launch.

You will lead architecture, implement smart contracts, and ensure the security and performance of cutting-edge blockchain solutions for our Crypto & Blockchain initiatives.