Senior Blockchain Engineer - Protocol Development

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,958,000 - 3,263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Token grants

Fully remote

Foundational protocol design

Health, dental and vision insurance

Conferences & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Engineer to contribute to core protocol development within a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and optimize decentralized protocols with focus on scalability, security, and efficiency.

Join a crypto-focused team to shape the evolution of blockchain infrastructure, collaborating with researchers and delivering high-quality Go, Rust, or C++ code while ensuring robust security and performance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Engineer with a focus on protocol-level development.
• Understanding of distributed systems, cryptography and consensus algorithms.
• Experience designing scalable blockchain architectures and implementing Go/Rust/C++ code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core blockchain protocols and consensus mechanisms.
• Optimize network performance, throughput, and scalability of the blockchain.
• Implement and test new features and upgrades for the blockchain network.
• Ensure security and robustness against threats to the protocol.
• Collaborate with research teams to integrate advancements into the protocol.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code in Go, Rust, or C++.

Skills

Blockchain protocol development

Distributed systems

Cryptography

Consensus algorithms

Go

Rust

C++

Network protocols

Distributed databases

Analytical skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Engineer to contribute to core protocol development. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere and make a significant impact on the evolution of our client's blockchain infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing decentralized protocols, focusing on scalability, security, and efficiency. This role is perfect for a seasoned engineer who thrives on complex challenges within the Crypto & Blockchain space and wants to shape the future of decentralized technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core blockchain protocols and consensus mechanisms.
• Optimize network performance, transaction throughput, and scalability of the blockchain.
• Implement and test new features and upgrades for the blockchain network.
• Ensure the security and robustness of the blockchain protocol against various threats.
• Collaborate with research teams to integrate cutting-edge advancements into the protocol.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code in languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Blockchain Engineer , with a strong focus on protocol-level development.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, cryptography, and consensus algorithms.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable blockchain architectures.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in blockchain development (e.g., Go, Rust, C++).
• Experience with network protocols and distributed databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package and potential for token grants.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum location independence.
• Opportunity to work on foundational blockchain protocol design.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for attending industry conferences and continuous professional development.