Remote Lead Blockchain Architect — Strategy & Innovation

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Learning allowances

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Blockchain Architect for a fully remote role. You will define the strategic technical direction, design scalable, secure blockchain solutions, and guide a team of engineers and architects.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software architecture with at least 5 years in blockchain, deep knowledge of Ethereum, Hyperledger or Solana, cloud and microservices, and strong leadership to align stakeholders.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Define and own the architectural vision and strategy for blockchain solutions.
Design robust, scalable, and secure blockchain architectures for various use cases.
Evaluate and select blockchain platforms, protocols, and technologies.
Lead and mentor a team of blockchain engineers and architects.
Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into designs.
Develop technical standards and guidelines for blockchain development.
Oversee implementation of blockchain solutions and enforce architectural principles.
Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance throughout the lifecycle.
Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices in blockchain and distributed systems.
Ensure security, performance, and compliance are integrated into designs.