Remote Full-Stack Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 2,030,000 - 3,046,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Excellent health benefits

Learning opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Full-Stack Blockchain Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design and implement smart contracts, build backend services, and create responsive frontends, bridging blockchain logic with user-friendly interfaces.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in Solidity, Web3 libraries, and modern frontend frameworks, plus knowledge of databases and distributed systems. Join a remote-first team expanding blockchain solutions globally.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Engineer with significant blockchain development exposure.
• Proficiency in smart contract development languages such as Solidity.
• Experience with backend technologies and languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go).
• Strong command of frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular) and web development best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy smart contracts and dApps.
• Build robust backend services and APIs to support blockchain applications.
• Develop intuitive and responsive user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks.
• Integrate frontend applications with smart contracts and blockchain networks.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code across the full stack.
• Implement security best practices for both smart contracts and web applications.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers in a remote setting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the entire application stack.
• Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies and full-stack development trends.

Skills

Solidity

Blockchain development

Node.js

Python

Go

React

Vue

Angular

Web3.js

Ethers.js

SQL

NoSQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in blockchain technology solutions, is seeking a talented Full-Stack Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on end-to-end development of decentralized applications and blockchain-integrated platforms. You will be responsible for both backend blockchain development and frontend implementation, bridging the gap between complex blockchain logic and user-friendly interfaces. The ideal candidate possesses a broad skill set, including proficiency in smart contract development, backend technologies, and modern frontend frameworks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that leverage the power of distributed ledger technology. This position offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere, truly embodying a remote-first culture and extending the reach of the vibrant tech scene from East London to the global stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy smart contracts and dApps.
• Build robust backend services and APIs to support blockchain applications.
• Develop intuitive and responsive user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks.
• Integrate frontend applications with smart contracts and blockchain networks.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code across the full stack.
• Implement security best practices for both smart contracts and web applications.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers in a remote setting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the entire application stack.
• Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies and full-stack development trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Engineer with significant blockchain development exposure.
• Proficiency in smart contract development languages such as Solidity.
• Experience with backend technologies and languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go).
• Strong command of frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular) and web development best practices.
• Familiarity with Web3 libraries (e.g., Web3.js, Ethers.js) and blockchain integration.
• Understanding of blockchain fundamentals, distributed systems, and cryptography.
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a collaborative spirit.
• Strong communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position, offering exceptional flexibility and the chance to work with a leading company in the blockchain industry.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, excellent health benefits, and performance incentives.
• You will have access to continuous learning opportunities and career growth paths.
• Enjoy working on innovative and impactful projects from the comfort of your own home, contributing to the global advancement of blockchain technology.
• This role is ideal for ambitious full-stack engineers passionate about decentralization and seeking a truly remote work experience.