Senior Backend Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Clear career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Backend Blockchain Engineer to design, implement and scale robust distributed systems powering our blockchain solutions. You will build secure backend services, integrate networks, and develop APIs for DApps and internal systems.

The role requires strong skills in Go, Node.js, Python or Java, plus experience with SQL/NoSQL, cloud platforms, Docker and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend services for blockchain applications.
• Implement and optimize core blockchain functionalities and protocols.
• Integrate blockchain networks with various data sources and external services.
• Develop and manage APIs for seamless interaction with decentralized applications and internal systems.
• Write efficient, testable, and well-documented code using languages like Go, Node.js, or Python.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, smart contract engineers, and product managers to deliver robust solutions.
• Ensure the performance, reliability, and security of backend systems.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in blockchain technology and backend engineering.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly expanding blockchain technology company known for its innovative digital asset platforms. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Blockchain Engineer to join our dedicated team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is crucial for developing and scaling the backend infrastructure that powers our cutting-edge blockchain solutions. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, secure, and high-performance distributed systems. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of backend development principles, extensive experience with blockchain technologies, and a passion for building scalable, mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend services for blockchain applications.
• Implement and optimize core blockchain functionalities and protocols.
• Integrate blockchain networks with various data sources and external services.
• Develop and manage APIs for seamless interaction with decentralized applications and internal systems.
• Write efficient, testable, and well-documented code using languages like Go, Node.js, or Python.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, smart contract engineers, and product managers to deliver robust solutions.
• Ensure the performance, reliability, and security of backend systems.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in blockchain technology and backend engineering.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer with significant exposure to blockchain technologies.
• Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Go, Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, distributed systems, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and caching mechanisms.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience in designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of smart contract development is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in the blockchain industry.
• Engage with complex and impactful projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Clear career progression paths.
• State-of-the-art office facilities.