Remote Lead Blockchain Architect: Strategy & Innovation

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a senior Lead Blockchain Architect to define the technical strategy and lead the design of scalable blockchain solutions from a fully remote location. You will guide distributed teams, oversee smart contracts and security, and shape technology choices across the organization.

You will drive the blockchain roadmap, evaluate new platforms, and ensure alignment with business goals while maintaining best practices in security and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 10+ years in software architecture and design, with at least 5 years in blockchain.
• Expertise in Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Polkadot and related tech.
• Experience architecting large-scale blockchain solutions.
• Strong cryptography, distributed systems, and smart contract security knowledge.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the technical roadmap for blockchain projects.
• Design enterprise-grade blockchain architectures and select platforms.
• Lead and mentor blockchain developers and engineers.
• Oversee smart contracts, security protocols, and integration strategies.
• Evaluate new blockchain technologies and adoption.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align blockchain strategy with business goals.
• Ensure security and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Team leadership

Security and cryptography

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/IT

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Polkadot

Job description

Placements24 seeks a senior Lead Blockchain Architect to define the technical strategy and lead the design of scalable blockchain solutions from a fully remote location. You will guide distributed teams, oversee smart contracts and security, and shape technology choices across the organization.

You will drive the blockchain roadmap, evaluate new platforms, and ensure alignment with business goals while maintaining best practices in security and compliance.