Senior Associate (Strategy Ops / BD & Partnerships / Investments)

The Context
Kieran McLoughlin has navigated the highest levels of traditional finance as the former Head of the Central Bank of Ireland. Today, as Managing Partner at Astralis, he is at the frontier of Web3 investment. We are looking for a unique individual to bridge these two worlds: someone who understands the rigor of institutional finance but lives and breathes the decentralized future.
​This isn't a traditional "admin" role. This is a high-bandwidth, high-stakes position for a Web3 native who can act as a technical filter, a marketing scout, and a strategic executor.
​The Mission
​Technical Intelligence: You are the "eyes" on-chain. You’ll be responsible for vetting protocols, testing dApps, and analyzing tokenomics. You should be able to break down a complex ZK-rollup or liquid staking architecture into a concise briefing.
​Marketing & Alpha Hunting: You live on X (Twitter), Farcaster, and in closed Discord research groups. You identify emerging meta-narratives before they hit the mainstream. You understand why a community thrives and how a project builds its "moat" through marketing.
​Strategic Operations: Managing the flow of a Managing Partner’s world. This includes coordinating with founders of top-tier Web3 projects, preparing materials for the Investment Committee, and ensuring Kieran’s digital and technical stack is always optimized.
​Executive Presence: You will represent the office of the Managing Partner. You must be able to switch from degen-speak in a Telegram chat to professional discourse with institutional LPs.
​The Profile (Who You Are)
​On-Chain Native: You have a DeBank profile that tells a story. You’ve bridged, swapped, provided liquidity, and perhaps been "rugged" once or twice. You don’t just read about crypto; you use it daily.
​Technical Literacy: You understand the difference between consensus layers and execution layers. You can read a smart contract (at least the basics) and understand the implications of governance proposals.
​Marketing Intuition: You know what "good" looks like in Web3. You can distinguish between organic community growth and paid bot engagement.
​Hyper-Organized: You are a master of calendars, task management, and information flow. You thrive in high-pressure environments where speed and accuracy are non-negotiable.
​Discretion & Integrity: Working with an ex-regulator requires the highest level of ethics and confidentiality.
​Why This Role?
​Direct Mentorship: Work side-by-side with Kieran McLaughlin. This is a masterclass in macroeconomics, regulatory strategy, and venture capital.
​Access: You will be in the room for the deals that will define the next cycle of Web3.
​Impact: Your technical and marketing insights will directly inform the Investment Committee’s decisions.
​How to Apply:
Standard CVs are fine, but we care more about your "proof of work." Along with your resume, send us:
​A brief summary of your most interesting on-chain move or investment thesis.
​Your X (Twitter) handle or your DeBank/Nansen profile link.
Skills
Analytical Thinking
Communications Skills
Crypto Revenue Management
Cryptocurrency
Tokenomics

PumaPulse is launching a new standalone domain focused on building professional-grade crypto trading platforms and on-chain trading tools. We are seeking an experienced freelance Web3 developer to help design, build, and evolve a scalable trading product with commercialization potential.ResponsibilitiesDevelop crypto trading tools, bots, or SaaS platformsIntegrate with DEXs and on-chain protocols (e.g., Solana, Ethereum)Implement real-time blockchain data monitoring and trade executionEnsure security, performance, and MEV-aware designCollaborate on product roadmap, strategy, and future featuresRequirementsStrong experience in Web3 and DeFi developmentProven work with crypto trading bots or on-chain trading systemsExperience with at least one major blockchain ecosystemSolid understanding of smart contract interaction and security best practicesAbility to deliver production-ready code and communicate clearlyNice to HaveExperience productizing tools into SaaS platformsBackground in advanced trading strategies or MEVPrior work with VC-backed or early-stage Web3 projectsEngagementFreelance / contract roleCompetitive compensation based on experiencePotential for long-term collaborationApply with relevant Web3 projects, GitHub links, and availability.

Summary
We're looking for an experienced Blockchain / Full-Stack Developer to help build a production-ready MVP for a Web3 prediction marketplace.
We’ve already built a basic UI prototype using vibe coding. The goal now is to turn this prototype into a functional, scalable dApp with clean architecture and solid Web3 fundamentals.
This is not a tutorial or experimental project — We’re looking for someone who has real experience shipping blockchain/web3 products.
What You’ll Do
Review and improve an existing UI prototype
Build smart contract logic for a prediction marketplace MVP
Integrate blockchain functionality with the frontend
Develop backend / API logic as needed
Ensure clean, maintainable, production-ready code
Collaborate on product decisions and MVP scope
Tech Stack (Preferred)
Frontend: Next.js / React
Backend: Node.js
Blockchain: Solidity / Rust
Experience with non-EVM chains is a plus (open to discussion)
What We're Looking For
- Strong experience in Blockchain & Web3 development
- Proven ability to build production-ready dApps
- Proficiency in Next.js, React, and Node.js
- Experience designing and shipping MVPs
- Good communication and ability to work independently
Nice to Have
- Previous work on prediction markets, DeFi, or marketplaces
- Experience taking projects from prototype to launch
- Performance, security, and scalability mindset
How to Apply
Please include:
- A brief summary of your Web3 experience
- Links to previous dApps or blockchain projects
- Your preferred tech stack and availability
If you’re an expert in blockchain and Web3 and enjoy building real products from early prototypes, We’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for a skilled Full-Stack Blockchain Developer to help maintain, improve, and extend the RaiseHive platform. This role involves working across the frontend, backend, and smart contract layers to ensure a stable, secure, and scalable Web3 application.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with React, Node.js, Ethereum smart contracts, and real-world Web3 integrations.
Framework: React 18.2 (Vite 3)
Styling: Tailwind CSS 3.4, NextUI
Animations: Framer Motion
Web3: Thirdweb SDK v4, Ethers.js v5
Routing: React Router DOM v6
State Management: React Context API
Libraries: React Markdown, React Image Gallery, Replyke (comments), React Toastify
Runtime: Node.js
Framework: Express.js
Database: MongoDB Atlas (Mongoose ODM)
Email: Nodemailer
Scheduling: Node-cron
Logging: Pino
Network: Ethereum
Smart Contracts: Solidity ^0.8.19
Development Tools: Hardhat
Libraries: OpenZeppelin, Thirdweb Contracts
Wallet Integration: MetaMask
Frontend
Strong proficiency in React (hooks, context, routing)
Experience with Vite or modern build tools
Solid knowledge of Tailwind CSS and responsive design
Experience using component libraries (NextUI, Material UI, etc.)
Backend
Strong experience with Node.js and Express
Proficiency with MongoDB and Mongoose
REST API design and implementation
Environment configuration and deployment awareness
Blockchain & Web3
Hands-on Ethereum development experience
Solidity smart contract development
Experience with Ethers.js / Thirdweb SDK
Understanding of smart contract security and gas optimization
MetaMask wallet integration and transaction handling
General
JavaScript (ES6+)
Git version control
Async programming and debugging skills
Strong problem-solving ability

Game Concept: “Reflex Arena”
Genre
Real-time competitive 1v1 / 2v2 skill-based action game
Platform
iOS (iPhone first, iPad optional)
Core Idea
A pure skill game where players compete in short, intense arena matches using precision timing, reflexes, and positioning — no RNG, no pay-to-win.
Each match lasts 60–90 seconds, making it ideal for mobile sessions while supporting competitive depth.
Core Gameplay Loop
Matchmaking
Skill-based MMR
Ranked & unranked queues
Arena Match
Small symmetrical arena
Players control a single character
Objective: score points by outplaying, not overpowering
Score & Progress
Win → rank up
Lose → learn (clear replay & stats)
Cosmetics only progression
Controls (Mobile-First, High Precision)
Left thumb: Movement (virtual joystick)
Right thumb: Aim + action swipe
Tap: Ability activation
Perfect timing windows reward precision (parries, counters)
👉 Designed to feel closer to a fighting game than a casual mobile title.
Mechanics (Skill > Stats)
Core Mechanics
Dash with cooldown (positioning skill)
Timed parry (frame-perfect defense)
Charged shots (risk vs reward)
Combo chaining (execution mastery)
No Randomness
Fixed damage
Fixed cooldowns
No crit chance
No loot boxes
Competitive Depth
Skill Expression
Reaction time
Prediction & mind games
Spacing & arena control
Cooldown tracking
Skill Ceiling
Easy to learn (1 minute)
Hard to master (1000+ matches)
Game Modes
Ranked Duel (Main Mode)
1v1
Best of 3 rounds
Seasonal leaderboard
Team Arena
2v2 coordinated play
Shared objectives
Training / Practice
Frame timing visualizer
Ghost replays of top players
Visual Style
Clean, minimalistic sci-fi arenas
High contrast for readability
60–120 FPS target (ProMotion)
👉 Performance clarity > visual noise.
Monetization (Fair & Competitive)
Skins (characters, arenas, effects)
Emotes / victory poses
Battle pass (cosmetic only)
🚫 No power boosts
🚫 No energy timers
🚫 No loot RNG
Technical Design (iOS-Optimized)
Native Swift
Metal / SpriteKit
Deterministic simulation
Server-authoritative logic
Rollback netcode (if real-time PvP)