I’ve been recruiting for blockchain projects for a while now, and every week brings a fresh wave of wins and the accompanying job buzz. So, let’s talk about this week’s standouts and the exciting career opportunities they’re opening up.
This week, a major win for blockchain was Walmart’s expansion of its food safety initiative. They’re now tracking shrimp exports from India to the US, ensuring transparency from farm to shelf. The blockchain tech behind this is IBM’s Food Trust, and it’s revolutionising supply chains.
What does this mean for jobs? Companies like Walmart aren’t just implementing tech—they’re building teams to manage it. Blockchain developers, data analysts, and supply chain consultants are in high demand. From what I’ve seen, even those without a traditional tech background can break into these roles if they understand the business side of blockchain. Translation: now’s a great time to upskill.
In the renewable energy sector, blockchain is driving real change. This week, a start-up called Powerledger announced a pilot project enabling peer-to-peer energy trading in Austria. Households can buy and sell excess solar power directly with one another—no middleman needed.
Here’s the kicker: projects like these need more than just techies. They’re also hiring for marketing, customer experience, and regulatory compliance roles. I recently helped place someone with a background in environmental policy into a blockchain energy firm, and their ability to bridge tech and policy was a game-changer for the company.
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) might feel like old news, but this week, gaming platform Immutable introduced a marketplace for AAA game developers. The platform simplifies NFT integration for games with massive user bases.
But here’s the surprising bit: jobs in the NFT space aren’t limited to developers or digital artists. Content strategists, community managers, and legal advisors are also in high demand. Why legal? The rules around NFT ownership and royalties are murky, and companies are scrambling to ensure compliance. If you’ve got a background in IP law, now’s your moment.
Decentralised finance (DeFi) platforms are scaling like mad. For instance, Uniswap announced this week that it’s surpassed $1.5 trillion in trading volume. As a result, with growth like that, they’re expanding their teams at every level.
Decentralised finance (DeFi) platforms offer some of the most exciting job opportunities, but filling these roles remains challenging. The niche tech stack and rapid ecosystem evolution demand highly specialised skills. Companies have responded by investing in training for promising candidates. For example, I recently placed a finance analyst with no blockchain experience at a DeFi firm. They completed a six-month crash course in Solidity and successfully transitioned into the role. This shows that with the right mindset, anyone can make the leap into the DeFi space.
Recruiting for blockchain roles isn’t like traditional hiring. It’s a mix of matchmaking and education. Many candidates don’t realise how transferable their skills are, and many employers are just learning how to articulate what they need.
A few things I’ve learned:
- Communication is key: If you’re job hunting, learn to explain how your experience connects to blockchain.
- Stay curious: Follow the big wins in blockchain, and think about how they align with your skills.
- Network like mad: Most blockchain roles aren’t filled through job boards. They’re filled through connections.
