Remote Blockchain Solutions Architect – Platforms

Placements24

South Africa

Remote

ZAR 332,000 - 590,000

Full time

42 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive contract rate

Fully remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Blockchain Solutions Architect. You will design and oversee complex blockchain ecosystems for enterprise clients, working in a remote-first environment.

You will translate business requirements into scalable, secure architectures while guiding distributed development teams. The role requires 10+ years in enterprise architecture with 5+ years in blockchain, hands-on experience with Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, or Corda, and strong cryptography

Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a significant focus (5+ years) on blockchain technology and distributed systems.
Experience designing and implementing blockchain solutions using platforms like Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Corda, or similar.
In-depth knowledge of various consensus algorithms, cryptography, and network protocols.
Proficiency in smart contract development languages (e.g., Solidity, Go, Java) and their underlying principles.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their integration with blockchain services.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles as applied to blockchain environments.

Responsibilities

Architect end-to-end blockchain solutions for private, public, and consortium blockchains.
Evaluate platforms, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic techniques.
Develop technical specifications and design documents for blockchain implementations.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and technical requirements.
Provide technical leadership to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure the security, scalability, and performance of deployed blockchain solutions.
Conduct feasibility studies, proofs-of-concepts, and technology evaluations for emerging blockchain technologies.
Create and deliver presentations on proposed blockchain architectures and strategies to clients and internal teams.
Stay abreast of the latest trends, tools, and best practices in blockchain and distributed ledger technology.