Senior Blockchain Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Architect to join their team, working remotely while supporting initiatives in Stellenbosch.

The role involves designing and overseeing scalable, secure blockchain solutions, defining architecture, selecting technologies, and guiding development teams through complex crypto projects in a fast-evolving distributed ledger landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Blockchain Architect or senior technical leader.
• Deep knowledge of blockchain protocols (Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda).
• Proven ability to design and implement complex, large-scale distributed systems.
• Experience with smart contracts, cryptography, and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical architectures for blockchain applications, considering scalability, security, and performance requirements.
• Lead the selection of appropriate blockchain platforms, consensus mechanisms, and development tools.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and design specifications.
• Evaluate emerging blockchain technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Skills

Blockchain architecture

Technical leadership

Smart contract development

Cryptography

Cybersecurity best practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Ethereum

Hyperledger Fabric

Corda

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Architect to join their team, working remotely but supporting initiatives in Stellenbosch . This strategic role involves designing and overseeing the development of scalable, secure, and robust blockchain solutions. You will be responsible for defining the technical architecture, selecting appropriate technologies, and ensuring the successful implementation of complex blockchain projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned architect to lead technical innovation and guide development teams in the rapidly evolving world of distributed ledger technology and crypto .

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical architectures for blockchain applications, considering scalability, security, and performance requirements.
• Lead the selection of appropriate blockchain platforms, consensus mechanisms, and development tools.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and design specifications.
• Evaluate emerging blockchain technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Architect or in a similar senior technical leadership role.
• Deep understanding of various blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda) and their underlying technologies.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex, large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong knowledge of smart contract development, cryptography, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in blockchain technologies.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company driving innovation in the crypto space.