Senior Blockchain Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional growth

Conference attendance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks a Senior Blockchain Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced blockchain solutions. You will craft smart contracts, deploy dApps, and integrate with enterprise systems in a hybrid work environment that values collaboration and focus.

The role emphasizes security, scalability, and mentoring junior engineers, with opportunities for growth and attendance at conferences as part of professional development.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Solidity and blockchain development frameworks.
• Deep understanding of distributed ledger technology, cryptography, and consensus algorithms.
• Experience with decentralized applications (dApps) development and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable and secure blockchain solutions.
• Write, test, and deploy efficient smart contracts on various blockchain platforms.
• Integrate blockchain technology with existing enterprise systems and APIs.
• Mentor junior engineers and establish best practices in blockchain development.
• Collaborate with product teams to define project requirements and specifications.
• Optimize blockchain network performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Blockchain Engineer

Solidity

Distributed Ledger Tech

dApps development

Hybrid team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Blockchain development frameworks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Blockchain Engineer to contribute to their advanced blockchain initiatives in Polokwane . This role involves designing, developing, and deploying complex blockchain solutions, including smart contracts and decentralized applications. You will work within a talented team, driving innovation and ensuring the security and scalability of our platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take on challenging projects and have a significant impact within a hybrid work environment that fosters both collaboration and individual focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable and secure blockchain solutions .
• Write, test, and deploy efficient smart contracts on various blockchain platforms.
• Integrate blockchain technology with existing enterprise systems and APIs.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to establishing best practices in blockchain development.
• Collaborate with product teams to define project requirements and technical specifications.
• Optimize blockchain network performance and troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in smart contract programming (e.g., Solidity) and blockchain development frameworks.
• Deep understanding of distributed ledger technology, cryptography, and consensus algorithms.
• Experience with decentralized applications (dApps) development and deployment.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference attendance.
• Hybrid work model that combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Engaging work on innovative projects at the cutting edge of technology.