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Blockchain Architect

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Blockchain Architect - Contract - UK (Primarily REMOTE)

Blockchain Architect - Contract - UK (Primarily REMOTE)

This hybrid position is available in multiple locations — London, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Erskine — with the expectation to attend any of these offices when required.


Project Description:


We are looking for a seasoned Blockchain Architect to lead the design and implementation of decentralized solutions. The role involves working with various blockchain platforms, smart contract development, and integrating blockchain with enterprise systems.


Responsibilities:


  • Design and implement blockchain architectures and decentralized applications (DApps).
  • Develop smart contracts using platforms like Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda, or Polygon.
  • Define consensus algorithms and token economics.
  • Set up blockchain infrastructure including nodes and networks.
  • Ensure security through cryptographic techniques and secure design.
  • Integrate blockchain solutions with APIs, cloud services, and enterprise systems.
  • Lead DevOps practices for blockchain deployment.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentor engineering teams.
  • Translate business requirements into secure and scalable blockchain solutions.


Mandatory Skills Description:


  • Minimum 8+ years of overall IT experience with at least 4-5 years in blockchain solution design, architecture, and implementation.
  • Expertise in blockchain platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda, or Polygon, with hands-on experience in smart contract development.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages (Solidity, Go, Java, Python, or Rust) for blockchain application development.
  • Proven ability to design decentralized applications (DApps), consensus algorithms, and token economics (utility tokens, NFTs, stablecoins).
  • Experience in blockchain infrastructure setup, including nodes, networks, and security frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of cryptography, hashing algorithms, digital signatures, and encryption techniques.
  • Knowledge of integration with enterprise systems, APIs, cloud services, and data pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with DevOps, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for blockchain deployment.
  • Strong experience in solution architecture, technical leadership, and mentoring of engineering teams.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into secure blockchain solutions.

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