The Role:
We are looking for a seasoned Blockchain Architect to join our technology leadership team. This role goes beyond engineering and requires visionary architecture design, deep expertise in blockchain Layer 1 & 2 protocols, AI/ML methods, and extensive software development experience. The Blockchain Architect will lead the end-to-end architecture of our blockchain platform and guide its interaction with advanced AI models & workloads, ensuring scalability, performance, and security at every level.
Responsibilities
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Architect, design, and guide the implementation of Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchain protocols tailored for AI-driven workloads.
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Define the technical roadmap and ensure architectural alignment with business objectives.
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Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and architectural blueprints.
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Mentor and support engineering teams in building EVM-compatible and non-EVM blockchain platforms.
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Ensure enterprise-grade security, scalability, and fault tolerance across blockchain and AI pipelines.
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Mentor and guide development teams on blockchain best practices, patterns, and standards.
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Conduct code reviews and architecture reviews to ensure quality, reliability, and maintainability.
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Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies, standards, and implementation practices to ensure long-term platform relevance.
Basic Qualifications:
We are seeking an expert-level professional with 8+ years of software development experience and 5+ years of blockchain architecture and engineering with the following background:
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Proven experience in designing and architecting Layer 1 and Layer 2 protocols, with strong contributions to blockchain projects.
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Mastery of programming in Golang, Rust, and/or C++ for low-level protocol development.
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In-depth understanding of blockchain fundamentals (consensus algorithms, peer-to-peer networking, node operation, state management).
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Strong knowledge of cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure protocol design.
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Extensive experience with EVM-compatible blockchains, including writing, auditing, and deploying smart contracts.
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Extensive hands-on experience of non-EVM chains such as Solana and Cosmos.
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Hands-on experience with decentralized storage (IPFS), oracle services, and cross-chain bridges.
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Expertise in algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, and back-end development.
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Strong exposure to AI/ML frameworks, deep learning, or large language models (LLMs) and their integration with blockchain execution environments.
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Familiarity with Node.js and Python for building supporting services.
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Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes).
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Demonstrated ability to design for scalability and performance in production-grade blockchain environments.
Educational Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline from a reputable institution.
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Additional certifications or research contributions in blockchain, distributed systems, or AI will be considered a strong advantage.
Key Attributes
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Visionary mindset to drive innovation in blockchain-AI convergence.
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Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
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Ability to juggle multiple priorities, manage complexity, and enforce technical excellence.
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Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Important Note:
Clearly indicate the job title
“Blockchain Architect”
in your job application. Our hiring process is extremely competitive, and we will only respond to shortlisted candidates. We offer industry-leading compensation and a world-class work environment.