Remote Lead Blockchain Architect & Systems Design

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 2,003,000 - 3,005,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote-friendly

Stock options

Professional development budget

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Solutions Architect to define the technical vision and architecture for our next-generation decentralized platforms. You will guide engineering teams, select platforms, and ensure secure, scalable implementations across global projects.

The role is remote-first, offering autonomy, exposure to cutting-edge blockchain ecosystems, and opportunities to shape strategic direction while collaborating with stakeholders worldwide.

Qualifications

• Extensive software architecture experience with a focus on blockchain.
• Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale blockchain solutions.
• Deep knowledge of blockchain platforms (Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Polkadot).
• Expertise in smart contracts, security patterns, and best practices.
• Strong background in distributed systems, cryptography, and networks.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end blockchain solutions including network infra and app layers.
• Evaluate platforms and technologies for specific use cases.
• Define standards, governance, and best practices for development.
• Lead and mentor blockchain engineers, providing architectural oversight.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into specs.
• Ensure security, scalability, and performance of solutions.
• Develop technical diagrams and design principles.
• Stay current with trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Software architecture

Blockchain architectures

Leadership

Communication

Distributed systems

Education

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

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Polkadot

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Solutions Architect to define the technical vision and architecture for our next-generation decentralized platforms. You will guide engineering teams, select platforms, and ensure secure, scalable implementations across global projects.

The role is remote-first, offering autonomy, exposure to cutting-edge blockchain ecosystems, and opportunities to shape strategic direction while collaborating with stakeholders worldwide.