Remote Blockchain Network Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-first environment

Professional development support

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Blockchain Network Engineer to join our distributed team. This role is crucial for maintaining and optimizing the performance, security, and scalability of our client's blockchain infrastructure.

You will deploy, configure, and monitor blockchain nodes, ensure high availability, collaborate with DevOps, and document configurations for a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on blockchain technologies.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, consensus mechanisms, and network architecture.
• Experience with distributed systems, P2P networking, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Bash, Ansible).

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage blockchain nodes across various cloud and on-premise environments.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure optimal operation.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to protect the blockchain network from threats.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to plan and execute network upgrades and changes.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and best practices for a remote-first environment.

Skills

Blockchain networking

Cloud architectures

Scripting/automation

Remote collaboration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Ansible

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Blockchain Network Engineer to join their distributed team. This role is crucial for maintaining and optimizing the performance, security, and scalability of our client's blockchain infrastructure. You will be responsible for the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of blockchain nodes and networks, ensuring seamless operation and high availability. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to groundbreaking projects in the crypto and blockchain space.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage blockchain nodes across various cloud and on-premise environments.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure optimal operation.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to protect the blockchain network from threats.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to plan and execute network upgrades and changes.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and best practices for a remote-first environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on blockchain technologies.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, consensus mechanisms, and network architecture.
• Experience with distributed systems, P2P networking, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Bash, Ansible).
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package for a remote role.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in the blockchain industry from the comfort of your home.
• Professional development support and access to industry-leading tools.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote team culture.
• Contribute to the core infrastructure of innovative blockchain projects.