Senior Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Richards Bay location access

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Blockchain Engineer to join their team in Richards Bay, South Africa. You will own key technical challenges, mentor engineers, and shape the future of the company’s blockchain infrastructure.

Requirements include 5+ years in software engineering with blockchain focus, Solidity expertise, cloud and containerization experience, and a CS/Engineering degree. The role offers a hybrid work environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on blockchain development.
• Proficiency in smart contract programming languages such as Solidity.
• Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, distributed ledger tech and cryptography.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality blockchain applications and smart contracts.
• Optimize blockchain networks for performance, scalability, and security.
• Lead technical design and architecture for new blockchain features and products.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product managers to define and deliver on project goals.
• Implement and maintain robust testing and deployment pipelines for blockchain solutions.

Skills

Blockchain development

Solidity

Cloud platforms

Containerization

Problem solving

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Blockchain Engineer to join their innovative team in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for developing and scaling robust blockchain solutions that support the company's strategic objectives. You will take ownership of key technical challenges, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions that shape the future of our blockchain infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving world of decentralized technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality blockchain applications and smart contracts.
• Optimize existing blockchain networks for performance, scalability, and security.
• Lead the technical design and architecture for new blockchain features and products.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define and deliver on project goals.
• Implement and maintain robust testing and deployment pipelines for blockchain solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a significant focus on blockchain development.
• Expertise in smart contract programming languages such as Solidity or similar.
• Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, distributed ledger technology, and cryptography.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and challenging blockchain projects.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Hybrid work environment promoting work-life balance.
• Be a key contributor to the growth of blockchain technology in Richards Bay .