Remote Blockchain Platform Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Home office allowance

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Blockchain Platform Engineer to help build and maintain scalable distributed ledger infrastructure. You will own core platform engineering, ensuring stability, performance and security, while collaborating with a global remote team.

You will write clean, high-quality code in Go, Rust or C++, design consensus and networking primitives, and optimize performance across cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) with Docker and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• Proven software engineer with a focus on blockchain platform development.
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems, consensus, and cryptography.
• Proficient in Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP and Docker/Kubernetes.
• Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement core features and infrastructure for our proprietary blockchain platform.
• Optimize blockchain network performance, scalability, and reliability using advanced engineering techniques.
• Contribute to the development of consensus algorithms, P2P networking, and cryptographic primitives.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, primarily in languages like Go, Rust, or C++.
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members through various communication channels and project management tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the blockchain infrastructure.

Skills

Distributed systems

Blockchain concepts

Go

Rust

C++

Cloud computing

Docker

Kubernetes

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Blockchain Platform Engineer to contribute to the development and maintenance of their distributed ledger infrastructure. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere, collaborating with a global team to build scalable, secure, and high-performance blockchain solutions. You will be responsible for the core engineering of the platform, ensuring its stability, efficiency, and readiness for future growth. This is an exceptional chance to join a leading-edge company and make a significant impact on the future of blockchain technology from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement core features and infrastructure for our proprietary blockchain platform.
• Optimize blockchain network performance, scalability, and reliability using advanced engineering techniques.
• Contribute to the development of consensus algorithms, P2P networking, and cryptographic primitives.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, primarily in languages like Go, Rust, or C++.
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members through various communication channels and project management tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the blockchain infrastructure.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a software engineer with a strong focus on blockchain platform development .
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic principles.
• Proficiency in systems programming languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote environment .
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and fully remote working.
• Opportunity to work on foundational blockchain technology at a global scale.
• sComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.