Senior Blockchain Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Full remote work

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a pioneering Crypto & Blockchain company to hire a Senior Blockchain Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and deploy core blockchain infrastructure and scalable applications, collaborating with a distributed, international team.

The role emphasizes secure coding, performance, and close collaboration with product managers and engineers to deliver cutting-edge decentralized technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2 years focused on blockchain development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable blockchain protocols and applications.
• Write efficient, secure, and well-documented code in languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.
• Implement and optimize smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver new features.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the technical roadmap for blockchain initiatives.
• Ensure the security and integrity of blockchain networks and associated data.

Skills

Go

Rust

C++

Tools

Ethereum

Solana

Polkadot

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in the Crypto & Blockchain industry, is looking for a highly accomplished Senior Blockchain Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a distributed work environment and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and innovative blockchain solutions. You will play a key part in designing, developing, and deploying core blockchain infrastructure and applications that power our client's cutting-edge products. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the evolution of decentralized technologies from anywhere, collaborating with a talented, global team dedicated to excellence and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the blockchain space.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable blockchain protocols and applications.
• Write efficient, secure, and well-documented code in languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.
• Implement and optimize smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver new features.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the technical roadmap for blockchain initiatives.
• Ensure the security and integrity of blockchain networks and associated data.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2 years focused on blockchain development .
• Strong proficiency in at least one systems programming language (e.g., Go , Rust, C++).
• Deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals, distributed ledger technology, and cryptographic principles.
• Experience building and deploying smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum, Solana, or Polkadot.
• Familiarity with consensus algorithms and network protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work effectively in a remote-first setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the rapidly growing crypto industry.