Blockchain Network Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Blockchain Network Engineer to join their infrastructure team in Liverpool . This role is essential for designing, deploying, and maintaining the robust and secure network infrastructure that supports our diverse crypto and blockchain operations. You will play a key part in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our blockchain nodes and related systems. This is an exciting opportunity for an infrastructure specialist to work with cutting-edge distributed ledger technology and contribute to a mission-critical function.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the deployment of blockchain nodes and network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize throughput and latency.
• Ensure the security and resilience of the blockchain network through robust configuration and defense strategies.
• Automate network deployment, configuration, and management tasks using infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues impacting node operation and transaction processing.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to integrate new features and ensure network stability.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or systems administration, with at least 2 years focused on blockchain infrastructure .
• Proficiency with networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and network security principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with blockchain concepts, node operation, and consensus mechanisms.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
• Strong understanding of network monitoring tools and performance tuning techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on foundational elements of crypto and blockchain technology.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility in Liverpool .
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support.
• Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and reliability.
• Generous paid time off.