Remote Lead Blockchain Architect — Scalable, Secure DLTs

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Stock options

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of next-generation decentralized platforms. This fully remote role is based in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA, offering the chance to shape technical strategy and guide engineering teams.

You will define the architecture for scalable, secure blockchain systems, evaluate technologies, oversee smart contracts, mentor developers, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in software architecture; 5+ years in blockchain.
• Experience designing public, private, and consortium blockchains.
• Proficiency in Solidity, Vyper, or Rust and secure coding practices.
• Experience with Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, or Corda.
• Cloud and containerization familiarity (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Define architectural roadmap for blockchain initiatives.
• Design scalable, secure blockchain networks and protocols.
• Evaluate and select blockchain technologies and consensus mechanisms.
• Oversee smart contracts and dApps security and efficiency.
• Mentor blockchain developers and engineers.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and PoCs for new tech.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive innovation with emerging blockchain technologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex architectural challenges.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Distributed systems design

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker / Kubernetes

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Corda

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of next-generation decentralized platforms. This fully remote role is based in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA, offering the chance to shape technical strategy and guide engineering teams.

You will define the architecture for scalable, secure blockchain systems, evaluate technologies, oversee smart contracts, mentor developers, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into robust solutions.