Remote Lead Blockchain Architect: Scale and Secure Systems

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 3,046,000 - 4,399,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

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Health benefits

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect for a fully remote, remote-first role. Ideally based near Cape Town, Western Cape, but open to global candidates, the position demands strategic thinking and a proven track record in scalable, secure blockchain designs.

You will define the technical roadmap, lead crypto networks, mentor engineers, and translate business needs into robust technical solutions while aligning with governance best practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in software architecture with a focus on blockchain.
• Deep knowledge of Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda, and Solana.
• Proven ability to design enterprise-grade blockchain solutions.
• Strong background in smart contract development and cryptography.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Strategic thinker capable of translating business needs into technical strategy.
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall blockchain architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Lead design and development of high-performance, scalable, secure networks and protocols.
• Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain technologies for various use cases.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to blockchain teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in development, security, governance.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proofs-of-concepts for new initiatives.
• Contribute to development of standards and documentation.
• Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies and industry standards.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect for a fully remote, remote-first role. Ideally based near Cape Town, Western Cape, but open to global candidates, the position demands strategic thinking and a proven track record in scalable, secure blockchain designs.

You will define the technical roadmap, lead crypto networks, mentor engineers, and translate business needs into robust technical solutions while aligning with governance best practices.