Senior Blockchain Platform Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Platform Engineer for a client in Polokwane to design, implement, and optimize the core blockchain infrastructure powering decentralized applications. You will lead efforts on consensus mechanisms, network protocols, and platform reliability.

Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving performance, while collaborating with dApp developers for seamless integration in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in backend or systems engineering with focus on blockchain technology.
• Experience designing distributed, high-availability platforms.
• Strong knowledge of blockchain protocols, cryptography, and consensus algorithms.
• Proficiency in Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with cloud infra and containers.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable blockchain infrastructure.
• Develop and improve core platform components including consensus and protocols.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for the platform.
• Optimize performance and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with dApp developers for seamless integration.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the ecosystem.

Skills

Go

Rust

C++

Blockchain

Distributed systems

Kubernetes

Docker

Cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Blockchain Platform Engineer to contribute to the development and maintenance of their core blockchain infrastructure in Polokwane . This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing the underlying systems that power our decentralized applications and services. You will play a key role in ensuring the scalability, security, and reliability of our platform, working with a talented team of engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to influence the technological direction of a growing blockchain company and contribute to building robust, high-performance systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and resilient blockchain infrastructure.
• Develop and improve core platform components, including consensus mechanisms and network protocols.
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for the blockchain platform.
• Optimize platform performance and resource utilization for maximum efficiency.
• Collaborate with dApp developers to ensure seamless integration with the core platform.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the blockchain ecosystem.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in backend engineering or systems engineering, with a significant focus on blockchain technology .
• Proven experience in designing and managing distributed systems and high-availability platforms.
• Strong knowledge of blockchain protocols, cryptography, and consensus algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Benefits

• Generous salary and performance bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in the crypto space.
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding blockchain firm in Polokwane .