Lead Protocol Specialist

1kx Network; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Protocol Specialist, where you will shape the future of blockchain ecosystems. You will own the roadmap for Validators, ensuring a deep understanding of staking mechanics while collaborating with diverse teams. This role offers the chance to represent the company at ecosystem events and engage with customers, driving innovation in a fast-paced startup environment. With a focus on transparency and communication, you will thrive in a culture that values curiosity and teamwork. If you are passionate about blockchain and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Equity Share Options

Unlimited Holiday

Flexible Remote Working

Choice of IT Equipment

Contribution to Internet Bills

Personal Development Budget

Tech Conference Budget

Qualifications

• 3+ years in blockchain with strong technical and analytical skills.
• Experience running a validator or deploying smart contracts.

Responsibilities

• Own the Kiln Validators protocols roadmap and support protocols.
• Collaborate with customers and teams to execute the roadmap.

Skills

Blockchain Industry Experience

Technical Background

Analytical Mindset

Product Acumen

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Curiosity

Education

Computer Science

Engineering

Natural Sciences

Job description

As our Lead Protocol Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Validators product and Kiln's participation in several blockchain ecosystems. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Owning the Kiln Validators protocols roadmap, determining which protocols we will support, why, and how, in partnership with the infrastructure and go-to-market teams
• Understanding the key staking mechanics of each protocol we support or are considering, and unifying the team and customers around a shared understanding of these mechanics
• Participating in governance on protocols where Kiln is active
• Representing Kiln at ecosystem events

You will collaborate closely with customers, sales teams, product, and the infrastructure team at Kiln to execute the Kiln Validators roadmap.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in the blockchain industry. Passion for the field and keen awareness of recent developments. You're an avid follower of crypto Twitter.
• Technical background (computer science, engineering, natural sciences) or demonstrated ability to grasp technical concepts. You're curious and motivated to delve into project details. You have experience running a validator or deploying a smart contract.
• Analytical mindset and clear communication. You excel at synthesizing complex information and conveying your insights both verbally and in writing.
• Strong product acumen with the ability to empathize with both retail and B2B users in the staking space
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup/scaleup environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members
• Native or perfectly fluent in English

Soft skills

• Team spirit: discuss, don't impose. We value humility in our hires.
• Trust and transparent communication
• Curiosity and ability to dive deep into topics and follow through
• Genuine passion for the blockchain and cryptocurrency space

About Kiln:

Kiln is the leading digital asset rewards management platform, enabling institutional customers to earn rewards on their digital assets or white-label earning functionality into their products. Our API-first platform facilitates fully automated validators, rewards, and data and commission management.

With over $10 billion in crypto assets being programmatically staked, Kiln boasts a particularly strong track record on Ethereum, running more than 4% of the network. This includes 45,000+ active validators with zero slashing events.

Our team comprises over 80 ecosystem enthusiasts formerly at Google, Circle, Ledger, Chainalysis, and other leading technology and cryptocurrency companies.

Join Kiln and help us make the web more secure, stable, decentralized, and fair!

How Kiln will support you:

• A fast-paced, non-bureaucratic work environment
• Equity Share Options in the business: when Kiln succeeds, we all succeed!
• Competitive salary
• Unlimited holiday
• Flexible remote working
• Choice of IT equipment
• Contribution to internet bills
• Substantial personal development and tech conference budget