Remote Lead Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 2,297,000 - 3,445,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Fully remote

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation policy

Dev budget and conference attendance

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Lead Blockchain Engineer to drive architectural decisions and lead a distributed team. You will shape the design of robust blockchain networks, guide development across multiple tech stacks, and ensure secure, scalable solutions for a fast-growing ecosystem.

The role requires 8+ years in software engineering with 5+ years in blockchain, strong leadership, and expertise in Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot and smart contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years in software engineering with at least 5 years in blockchain.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and projects.
• Expertise in Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot and smart contracts.
• Strong knowledge of distributed ledger tech, cryptography and consensus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a blockchain engineering team.
• Architect, design, and implement scalable blockchain networks and dApps.
• Oversee the development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
• Set technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineering teams on roadmaps.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high code quality.
• Research new blockchain technologies, tools and methodologies.
• Troubleshoot complex challenges in distributed environments.
• Ensure security, performance and reliability of blockchain solutions.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Team leadership

Smart contract development

Backend development

Distributed systems

Cloud & DevOps

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

Ethereum

Solana

Polkadot

Solidity

Rust

Node.js

Go

Python

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a trailblazer in developing decentralized applications and protocols, is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Remote Lead Blockchain Engineer to spearhead their engineering efforts. This fully remote position is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a collaborative, distributed environment and possesses a deep passion for blockchain technology. You will lead a team of talented blockchain developers, drive architectural decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure blockchain solutions. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of technical leadership and hands-on experience in developing complex blockchain systems. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the technological direction of a fast-growing company and contribute significantly to the decentralized web, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of blockchain engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Architect, design, and implement robust and scalable blockchain networks and decentralized applications.
• Oversee the development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation and deployment.
• Set technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines for the blockchain engineering team.
• Collaborate with product management, design, and other engineering teams to define and deliver product roadmaps.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure the highest quality of code.
• Research and evaluate new blockchain technologies, tools, and methodologies to drive innovation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges in a distributed environment.
• Ensure the security, performance, and reliability of all blockchain solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 5 years dedicated to blockchain development.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and managing technical projects.
• Expertise in blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot) and smart contract development (Solidity, Rust).
• Strong understanding of distributed ledger technology, cryptography, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with backend development (e.g., Node.js, Go, Python) and database technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a remote, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant equity options.
• Fully remote work with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous vacation policy and paid holidays.
• Professional development budget and opportunities for conference attendance.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a leading blockchain company.
• Collaborative and inclusive global team culture.
• Home office setup and recurring stipends.