Korea Ecosystem Manager

Aptos places its focus on people as a blockchain platform aiming to facilitate universal and equitable access to decentralized assets for billions of individuals in a secure and scalable manner.

Established by original creators and maintainers behind the development of the Diem blockchain, our core objective has been to promote this cause through years of dedicated effort. We firmly believe that the open-source Diem technology we have crafted forms a crucial groundwork for a safe and scalable web3 environment, fostering equal opportunities for all to access financial assets with reduced fees and intermediary participation.

"Aptos," meaning "The People" in Ohlone, reflects our mission and values as an organization.

Role Overview

Assuming the position of Korea Ecosystem Manager at Aptos, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a strategic plan to enhance the adoption and utilization of Aptos' blockchain among startups and developers in South Korea. Your responsibilities will include delving into the Korean developer landscape to gather insightful data that will drive the growth of Aptos' ecosystem within the region.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an ecosystem strategy for Korea to foster growth and success of Web3 partnerships
• Engage external development teams to encourage building within the Aptos ecosystem, thus accelerating Aptos blockchain adoption
• Facilitate connections between projects and necessary resources for efficient execution and rapid scaling
• Provide support for incentive and community programs that includes engaging with developers, evaluating grant proposals, and overseeing projects post-funding
• Collaborate on co-marketing initiatives for ecosystem projects to enhance global marketing and partnerships
• Utilize connections to benefit teams by facilitating introductions between technical and business talents, aiding in recruiting efforts, and encouraging capital introductions
• Create scalable forms of support provided by the Aptos Foundation ensuring frictionless delivery
• Represent the Foundation at events hosted or attended by Aptos in Korea, aiding ecosystem partners in exploring opportunities with the Foundation
• Cultivate the Move developer community in the region by curating developer guides and materials in local languages
• Stay well-informed about industry trends and developments related to the role

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in startup/scale-up settings, particularly in Web3 business development or marketing
• Passion for Web3 ecosystems and a solid understanding of the current Layer 1 landscape
• Resourceful with a knack for data-driven solutions, interpreting challenges as opportunities for creativity
• Proficient knowledge of blockchain ecosystems and application landscape within Aptos and other relevant platforms
• Firm understanding of the fundamentals of blockchain and web3, capable of distinguishing Aptos from competitors
• Ability to define and analyze success metrics per project basis
• Strong communication skills to effectively articulate Aptos' value proposition to startups and developers
• Capacity to handle multiple projects, prioritize work effectively, and delegate tasks efficiently
• Comfortable with ambiguity, quick to acquire new skills, and take on new responsibilities rapidly
• Self-driven with an eagerness to make a substantial impact within the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Korean and English

Benefits:

• Full coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for yourself and dependents (US Employees)
• Option to select preferred equipment
• Flexible vacation time, 4 floating company days off and 11 holidays
• Competitive salary with equity (RSUs) and Protocol Token Grants
• 401k matching available for US Employees
• Engagement in fun and inclusive digital and in-person events

Aptos is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We base all hiring decisions on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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