Remote Lead Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Career growth opportunities

Global collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24's client, a rapidly growing DeFi innovator, is hiring a Lead Blockchain Engineer to steer the technical direction of scalable smart contract platforms in a remote-first team.

You will design, build, and maintain secure blockchain applications, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product teams while staying ahead of DeFi trends. Proficiency in Solidity, Truffle/Hardhat, and backend languages is required for this leadership role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proven experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
• Extensive experience with smart contract development using Solidity and frameworks like Truffle or Hardhat.
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of smart contracts and dApps.
• Architect scalable, secure blockchain solutions and set technical standards.
• Mentor a team of blockchain engineers and drive best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to implement features.
• Write high-quality, secure code in Solidity, Go, or Rust.
• Oversee code reviews and security protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring engineers

Blockchain architecture

Smart contract development

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Solidity

Truffle

Hardhat

Node.js

Python

Go

React

Vue.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing innovator in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote team. This is a pivotal role where you will lead the technical direction and development of cutting-edge blockchain solutions that are reshaping the future of finance. You will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining robust, secure, and scalable blockchain applications, while mentoring a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of blockchain architecture, smart contract development, and a passion for decentralized technologies. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex challenges and make a significant impact within a forward-thinking, remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Architect scalable and secure blockchain solutions, defining technical standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide a team of blockchain engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to define and implement new features.
• Write high-quality, efficient, and secure code in languages such as Solidity, Go, or Rust.
• Oversee code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security protocols.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements and trends in blockchain technology, DeFi, and cryptocurrency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to blockchain infrastructure and applications.
• Drive innovation by researching and proposing new technologies and approaches.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and roadmap for the blockchain product suite.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Engineer or Developer, with a strong portfolio of deployed projects.
• Proven experience in leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
• Proficiency in smart contract development using Solidity and experience with frameworks like Truffle or Hardhat.
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic concepts.
• Experience with backend development languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go) and database technologies.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies and frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, crucial for a remote-first role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with security audits and best practices for smart contract security is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the future of a leading DeFi platform.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive global team culture.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
• Contribute to groundbreaking projects that have a real-world impact.