Senior Blockchain Architect - Remote Enterprise Solutions

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Stock options

Significant bonus potential

Professional development budget

Annual in-person summit

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect to spearhead design and implementation of enterprise-grade blockchain systems. This senior role requires deep knowledge of distributed ledger tech and a proven ability to architect scalable, secure networks.

The position is fully remote, with a base in Rustenburg, North West, enabling global collaboration while staying connected to the local tech ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in software architecture; at least 5 years in blockchain architecture.
• Deep expertise in Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Corda, Solana.
• Designed and deployed large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong cryptography, distributed consensus, and network protocols knowledge.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience defining technical strategies and roadmaps.
• Knowledge of smart contract development and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the blockchain architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Design and oversee enterprise-grade blockchain solutions for scalability and security.
• Evaluate platforms, protocols, and technologies for use cases.
• Lead and mentor blockchain engineers and developers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into specs.
• Establish governance, standards, and best practices.
• Conduct feasibility studies and PoCs for new initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and security standards.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in crypto and blockchain.
• Provide technical leadership on complex challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Roadmap definition

Distributed systems

Cryptography basics

Technical leadership

Audience communication

Innovation

Technical decision making

Education

Master's degree or PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Hyperledger Fabric

Ethereum

Corda

Solana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Blockchain Architect to spearhead design and implementation of enterprise-grade blockchain systems. This senior role requires deep knowledge of distributed ledger tech and a proven ability to architect scalable, secure networks.

The position is fully remote, with a base in Rustenburg, North West, enabling global collaboration while staying connected to the local tech ecosystem.