JadeQuest

Job Title Blockchain Program Lead Department Development Location Ahmedabad Employment Type Full-time Job Summary The Blockchain Program Lead will be responsible for driving the organisation’s blockchain initiatives, overseeing the design, development, deployment, and scaling of blockchain-based applications and solutions. This role requires deep expertise in distributed ledger technologies, smart contract design, and enterprise-grade blockchain integration. The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership abilities with technical and strategic vision to steer blockchain programs from concept to implementation. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end execution of blockchain programs, including planning, architecture, development, and integration. Make key architectural decisions ensuring scalable, secure, and robust blockchain applications. Supervise a team of blockchain engineers, smart contract developers, architects, and analysts. Collaborate with cross-functional units such as Product, IT Security, Compliance, and Business Strategy to align blockchain solutions with organisational goals. Oversee development and deployment of smart contracts, decentralised applications (dApps), and crypto-based services. Evaluate emerging blockchain platforms, frameworks, and protocols to propose innovative adoption opportunities. Conduct security reviews, audits, and performance tuning of blockchain networks. Manage relationships with vendors, research institutions, and blockchain consortia to strengthen industry collaboration. Prepare detailed technical documentation, reports, and executive-level presentations summarising blockchain initiatives. Mentor team members, promote knowledge sharing, and build in-house blockchain capability. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 7+ years of experience in blockchain and distributed ledger technologies, with at least 2 years leading technical blockchain teams. Proven experience with Ethereum, Hyperledger, Polygon, or other major blockchain infrastructures. Proficiency in Solidity, Rust, Go, Python, or Node.js, and experience with Web3 libraries. Strong understanding of consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS, PBFT, etc.) and cryptographic protocols. Demonstrated expertise in project management and agile methodology. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with a record of innovation in blockchain architecture. Preferred Skills Experience developing tokenomics models, governance frameworks, or DeFi projects. Familiarity with Zero-Knowledge Proofs, Layer-2 solutions, or interoperability standards like Polkadot or Cosmos. Prior experience in managing enterprise blockchain adoption or consortium participation. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary Professional training and certifications support Reporting To Primary: Chief Information Officer Technical: Chief Technology Officer This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about leading blockchain transformation at scale and pioneering distributed innovations that bridge technology with enterprise goals. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Experience: Blockchain: 4 years (Preferred)