Blockchain Engineer

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Innovate in the digital world by securing and enhancing blockchain networks.
Shape the future of secure, transparent transactions with cutting-edge technology.
Dive into a unique field where decentralization meets advanced tech solutions.

💰 Earn $76K-$167K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

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What You’ll Do

Maintain and support distributed and decentralized blockchain-based networks or block-chain applications such as cryptocurrency exchange, payment processing, document sharing, and digital voting. Design and deploy secure block-chain design patterns and solutions over geographically distributed networks using advanced technologies. May assist with infrastructure setup and testing for application transparency and security.

Assess blockchain threats, such as untested code and unprotected keys.
Automate the deployment of software updates over geographically distributed network nodes.
Design and deploy blockchain design patterns to make transactions secure, transparent, and immutable.
Design and develop blockchain technologies for industries such as finance and music.
Design and implement dashboard and data visualizations to meet customer reporting needs.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Median Earnings

$123,570 in California

$104,920 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Thinking and problem solving
Using data or completing tasks
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Programming
Quality Control Analysis
Reading Comprehension

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

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Blockchain Engineer

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

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Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

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⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years