Senior Blockchain Architect & Team Lead (Equity)

Placements24

George

On-site

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Generous PTO & flexible hours

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Job summary

Placements24 in George is seeking a Lead Blockchain Engineer to spearhead development initiatives and guide a team of engineers in building scalable blockchain infrastructure and decentralized solutions.

You will own the technical vision, architectural decisions, and overall product quality, with a strong emphasis on cryptography, distributed ledgers, and secure smart contracts in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in CS/EE or related quantitative field.
7+ years in software engineering with at least 4 years in blockchain development.
Experience leading engineering teams and managing complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex blockchain architectures and protocols.
Mentor and manage a team of blockchain developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development methodologies for blockchain projects.
Oversee the development of smart contracts, ensuring security, efficiency, and scalability.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project roadmaps and technical strategies for new blockchain initiatives.