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Head of Engineering

Recruitment Room
Washington, DC Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

We're seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead and drive our technical teams, focusing on infrastructure development in the blockchain space.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of p2p networks, L1 / L2 architectures, and be fluent in multiple programming languages.

You will be responsible for overseeing engineering projects, building scalable systems, and ensuring high-quality code delivery.

This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and manage engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with company goals
  • Design and develop scalable and performant p2p networks and blockchain architectures, with a focus on L1 / L2 solutions
  • Oversee the implementation of key infrastructure features in Rust, Go, and Typescript
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical initiatives and product roadmap execution
  • Ensure the architecture and infrastructure are scalable, maintainable, and secure
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment between engineering and business objectives

Requirements :

  • 5 years of engineering experience, with at least 3 years in leadership or engineering management roles
  • Fluency with p2p networks, particularly using libp2p, and strong knowledge of L1 / L2 blockchain architectures
  • Expertise in Rust, Go, and Typescript development
  • Strong engineering management experience, including team building, project management, and mentoring
  • Excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly organized with a strong focus on process optimization, performance, and scalability
  • Interview Process

    1  Founder / CEO Interview

    2  Technical Interview

    3  Technical Interview

    Location

    Remote - Must be able to work on a 4 hour overlap with PST

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