Senior Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional growth opportunities

Diverse, talented team

Access to advanced development tools

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Blockchain Engineer for a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will design, develop, and deploy blockchain applications, optimize performance, and ensure security across platforms.

The role requires 5+ years in software with 3+ years in blockchain, plus strong Go/Rust/Solidity skills, cryptography knowledge, and experience with smart contracts and dApps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain development.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages commonly used in blockchain development, such as Go, Rust, C++, or Solidity.
• Solid understanding of blockchain concepts, consensus algorithms, distributed ledger technology, and cryptography.
• Experience with developing and deploying smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a remote, team‑oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality blockchain applications and protocols.
• Optimize blockchain network performance, transaction throughput, and overall system efficiency.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code using relevant programming languages (e.g., Go, Rust, Solidity).
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and translate them into executable development plans.
• Implement security best practices and conduct code reviews to ensure the integrity and safety of blockchain solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across various blockchain platforms.

Skills

Mentoring

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/SE

Tools

Go

Rust

C++

Solidity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote, globally distributed team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in the rapidly expanding Crypto & Blockchain sector. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing robust blockchain solutions, optimizing existing systems, and ensuring the security and scalability of our platforms. As a senior member of the team, you will play a crucial role in technical decision‑making and mentoring junior engineers, all within a collaborative and forward‑thinking remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality blockchain applications and protocols.
• Optimize blockchain network performance, transaction throughput, and overall system efficiency.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code using relevant programming languages (e.g., Go, Rust, Solidity).
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and translate them into executable development plans.
• Implement security best practices and conduct code reviews to ensure the integrity and safety of blockchain solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across various blockchain platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years focused on blockchain development.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages commonly used in blockchain development, such as Go, Rust, C++, or Solidity.
• Solid understanding of blockchain concepts, consensus algorithms, distributed ledger technology, and cryptography.
• Experience with developing and deploying smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a remote, team‑oriented setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, allowing for flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the cutting‑edge Crypto & Blockchain field.
• Engage with a talented and diverse team working on impactful projects.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art development tools and technologies.