Remote Senior Blockchain Architect

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Global team

Professional development budget

Conference access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Blockchain Architect to lead the design and development of transformative blockchain solutions. This fully remote role offers global collaboration and the freedom to work from anywhere within a high‑performing team focused on advancing cryptocurrency and Web3.

You will shape the technical vision, set standards and architectures, evaluate new technologies, and oversee smart contracts and dApp implementations to deliver secure, scalable distributed

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in software architecture and design.
• 5+ years specializing in blockchain and distributed systems.
• Experience delivering large-scale blockchain solutions.
• Knowledge of Ethereum, Hyperledger, Polkadot.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design enterprise-grade blockchain solutions.
• Define standards, best practices, and reference architectures.
• Evaluate new blockchain technologies and platforms.
• Oversee smart contract development and dApp implementations.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on security, scalability, and performance.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Distributed systems

Leadership & strategy

Communication

Security & performance

Education

Master's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger

Polkadot

Smart contract languages

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Blockchain Architect to lead the design and development of transformative blockchain solutions, operating in a fully remote capacity. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical vision and strategic direction of their blockchain initiatives, ensuring the creation of secure, scalable, and efficient decentralized systems. This role demands a deep understanding of blockchain technology and a passion for innovation, offering the freedom to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global, high-performing team focused on advancing the cryptocurrency and Web3 space.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and design robust, enterprise-grade blockchain solutions and distributed ledger systems.
• Define technical standards, best practices, and reference architectures for blockchain development.
• Evaluate emerging blockchain technologies, protocols, and platforms for potential adoption.
• Lead the technical oversight of smart contract development and dApp implementations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and business stakeholders, to align technical strategies with business goals.
• Provide expert guidance on security, scalability, and performance optimization for blockchain networks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in software architecture and design, with a deep specialization (5+ years) in blockchain technology and distributed systems.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering complex, large-scale blockchain solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, Polkadot), consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
• Strong understanding of smart contract languages and development frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for remote employees worldwide.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a truly global and independent work style.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities to attend leading industry conferences.
• Chance to work on pioneering projects that are shaping the future of decentralized technology.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking virtual work environment.