What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Co-Founder position at OnHires?
Our client isan innovative Web3 fintech infrastructure startup on a mission to revolutionizedecentralized finance through our Decentralized Private Key Management ecosystem andpioneering Key Permission Smart Contracts . Backed by $1.2M in funding and strategicpartnerships with MANTRA IDA and Qupital we bridge traditional finance and Web3technology to create nextgeneration financial products. Our team is composed of highly skilledprofessionals including cofounders from Cambridge University who thrive on versatilityinnovation and the rapid development of MVPs (Minimum Viable Products).
Who Theyre Looking For
They are seeking apassionate and adaptable Technical CoFounder / Principal Engineer witha strong background in software development and a keen interest in blockchain and Web3technologies. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about leveraging opensource tools enjoyshacking together solutions using existing technologies and is excited about the opportunity tomake a significant impact in a startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Technical Innovation : Architect and develop their Decentralized Private KeyManagement ecosystem driving solution implementation and technical strategy.
Drive Product Development : Design and implement Key Permission Smart Contractsystems to enable financial product innovation.
Team Leadership : Manage and mentor a distributed team of 2 fulltime engineers and 57freelancers in an agile manner.
Strategic Contribution : Contribute to our project white paper define the technicalroadmap and influence product direction.
Client Collaboration : Work closely with established customers and partners to deliversolutions that meet immediate testing and usage needs.
Adapt and Learn : Stay flexible in learning new technologies and programming languagesas needed for project success.
Qualifications
Experience :
57 yearsof professional software development experience (not just hobby projects)creating software used by businesses.
34 yearsof experience in distributed systems blockchain or Web3 technologies.
2 years in secure key management systems and cryptographic protocols.
Technical Skills :
Proficiency in at least half of the following technologies with a willingness to learnothers :
Corda (v5.2)
Cryptographic systems (SSS MPC TSS)
Smart contract development (Corda and Ethereum)TypeScript / JavaScript
Java or Kotlin
Node.js
SQL or PostgreSQL
React
Bonus Points For :
Experience with Layer 2 scaling solutions.
Crosschain communication protocol expertise.
Knowledge of secure enclave / TEE implementation.
DevOps expertise across multiple cloud platforms.
Experience with chaos engineering and distributed systems testing.
Soft Skills :
Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new technologies.
Strong problemsolving skills with a proactive approach to proposing alternativesolutions.
Enthusiasm for building and experimenting with new technologies evidenced byhobby projects or contributions to opensource communities.
Experience in hacking together solutions using existing tools and opensource code.
Leadership Skills :
Experience managing small teams and freelancers in an agile developmentenvironment.
Ability to drive projects from conception to completion ensuring timely delivery ofMVPs.
Strong communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus but notrequired).
Why Join Us
Technical Innovation : Work on cuttingedge cryptographic solutions and shape the futureof blockchain infrastructure.
Strategic Impact : Join as a technical cofounder with significant influence on productdirection and company strategy.
Global Collaboration : Engage with a distributed team while enjoying a flexible worklifebalance.
Growth Potential : Benefit from substantial equity offerings and leadership opportunities.
DeveloperCentric Culture : Thrive in an environment that prioritizes technical excellenceand continuous learning.
What Company Offer
Competitive Compensation :
Base Salary : $70000 $80000 annually (depending on experience and location).
Equity : Up to 10% ownership through stock options contingent on performance andtenure.
Stock options are issued as a yearend bonus with intrinsic value equaling thespecified amount if you complete the year without quitting or being terminated.
Opportunity for leveraged rewards if the companys value increases.
Flexible Payment Options :
Choice of receiving compensation in HKD or stablecoins ( USDC USDT ).
Professional Growth :
Significant influence on product direction and company strategy.
Opportunity to work with cuttingedge technologies and innovate rapidly.
Collaboration with cofounders and a team of professionals from top universities likeCambridge.
Relocation Support :
Accommodation and flight coverage for required stays in Hong Kong.
Family accommodation support during onsite periods.
Work Environment :
A developercentric culture that values technical excellence and continuous learning.
A flexible remotefriendly work environment with a focus on worklife balance.
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