Editorial Intern

London, UK
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Copywriter
Description

The organization at the forefront of research, analysis, and news in the digital asset domain, founded in 2018 and headquartered in NYC, is looking for a passionate individual to fill the role of Editorial Intern. Situated across several time zones, the team maintains round-the-clock coverage of the global cryptocurrency and blockchain sphere. Engaging with diverse professionals including technologists, financial market players, Fortune 500 experts, and policymakers is a norm through avenues such as website articles, newsletters, podcasts, events, and community engagement. Delving deep into the intricate intersection between this emerging sector and conventional finance, technology, governments, and markets, The Block is positioned as a pivotal resource in the digital assets space.

Core Responsibilities

  • Crafting educational content
  • Generating news pieces when applicable
  • Potentially managing designated community spaces
  • Optional involvement in creating SEO-focused write-ups

Benefits to Expect

  • Frequent constructive feedback from experienced editors to enhance writing skills
  • Steep learning curve in journalism amidst a dynamic newsroom setting
  • Immersive education on cryptocurrencies through writing and collaborative learning

Key Requirements

  • Mandatory disclosure of existing crypto holdings
  • Compliance with company's policies regarding crypto trading restrictions

Additional Details

  • Hourly wage range: $18
  • Minimum commitment of 20 hours weekly
  • Preferred locations: Europe or East Coast, US
Skills Required
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The Block
Company size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
At The Block, we see digital assets as a ubiquitous part of the future. As this space continues to evolve, we view our role as the trusted moderator and authoritative voice for those who invest in, work with, make decisions about, or seek to understand digital assets. We'll achieve this by delivering objective, impactful, and timely information across our three pillars: news, research, and data.

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Senior Token Research Analyst, OKX Europe

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Europe
Full time
Remote
Who We Are

A forward-thinking company, OKX, is at the forefront of transforming global systems with innovative digital asset exchanges, a Web3 portal, and blockchain ecosystems. Our mission is to foster a more equitable, transparent, and inclusive society through blockchain technology. With 50+ million users, operations in 180+ countries, and a team of 3000+ dedicated employees, we are dedicated to this vision. Emphasizing safety and reliability, our procedures are backed by Proof of Reserves. Furthermore, we proudly support the Arts and Sports sectors as partners of McLarenF1, ManCity, and Tribeca.

About the Role

Serving under the Legal and Compliance department, this role involves crafting detailed due diligence reports on tokens from various ecosystems. These reports are crucial for determining whether these tokens should be listed on our exchanges worldwide. Duties include conducting screenings for Politically Exposed Persons and sanctions, investigating smart contracts, evaluating levels of decentralization, and analyzing protocol tokenomics. Additionally, you will offer specialized technical insights to support the Legal, Risk, and Listing teams and play a key role in sculpting the team's direction and future.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly researching and analyzing information to create comprehensive due diligence reports for the Legal and Compliance Division.

Examining data from network nodes and market resources, reviewing smart contracts, identifying vulnerabilities, and scrutinizing token economics.

Developing frameworks and procedures to track changes in supported ecosystems and protocols proactively, such as governance proposals and upgrades.

Independently handling research requests, providing recommendations to senior management, and sharing knowledge organization-wide.

Collaborating with teams to enhance oversight and offer advisory services on analytical issues to various business units.

Qualifications

Holds a Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background.

Previous experience in technical roles related to development, analysis, data science, or research.

Proficient in digital assets, blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized applications, governance models, and industry trends.

Superior analytical and critical thinking skills with a talent for problem-solving and effective communication.

Demonstrated expertise in market research, data analysis, and report writing, particularly in the blockchain or tech domains.

Exceptional attention to detail, a strong work ethic, the ability to work swiftly at high standards, and a dedication to sharing knowledge.

Passion for on-chain research and experience with smart contract development, web scraping, API data extraction, UI development, and using blockchain data providers.

Proficient in Python, Solidity, SQL, TypeScript, and JavaScript.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks and ease in interpreting legislative and regulatory texts.

Benefits & Additional Information

Competitive compensation package

Learning and development programs, including education subsidies for employee growth

Team-building activities and company events to foster a collaborative work environment.

Software Engineer, Backend

Rochester, USA
Rochester, USA
Full time
Office
Welcome to Foundry, a groundbreaking company in the cryptocurrency industry devoted to driving decentralized infrastructure forward. Our team at Foundry is actively shaping the digital landscape by providing institutions with essential tools for mining and staking digital assets, establishing the foundation for a decentralized financial future.

If you thrive on innovation, are driven by the possibilities of blockchain technology, and are enthusiastic about contributing to transformative global changes, we would love to connect with you. Explore the opportunity to utilize your skills with purpose at Foundry, where you can play a key role in shaping an equitable and interconnected world through cutting-edge blockchain technology. Join us as an essential member of the Foundry team, where your expertise will be instrumental in empowering a decentralized future.

DESCRIPTION:

The role of the Software Engineer IV at Foundry presents an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our team. As a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, the premier investor in the blockchain industry, our mission involves designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that drive our projects' success.

This unique opportunity offers individuals a chance to be part of a small, highly proficient entrepreneurial group with the support of a leading player in the fast-evolving crypto space.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Software Engineer IV at Foundry, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the requirements of our customers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Work closely with product managers and team members from various functions to thoroughly understand project requirements and align them with organizational objectives.

Demonstrate expertise in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions with a focus on quality and reliability.

Uphold best practices and coding standards to craft efficient and well-documented code that reflects technical excellence.

Lead code reviews to provide constructive feedback and enhance code quality.

Identify and resolve software defects promptly to ensure smooth operation and a superior user experience.

Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance your skills and inform technology decisions.

Drive initiatives to optimize cloud architecture and scaling capabilities to improve infrastructure performance.

Contribute to refining software development processes and methodologies to increase efficiency across the development lifecycle.

Maintain effective communication channels with team members and stakeholders to deliver project updates professionally.

Mentor team members on architectural and cloud expertise to encourage continuous learning and growth.

Lead cross-functional teams in identifying requirements and delivering results aligned with organizational goals.

Focus on developing reliable test suites to ensure software product quality and resilience.

Minimum Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Over 10 years of professional software development experience.

Proficiency in at least two programming languages.

Understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.

Passion for software development and growth as a software engineer.

Preferred Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience and interest in bitcoin and the crypto industry.

Master's degree preferred (in relevant field).

Familiarity with domain-specific knowledge, such as financial systems or e-commerce platforms.

Proficiency in development tools and frameworks like version control systems, testing frameworks, and deployment tools.

Knowledge of SQL and database design principles preferred.

Skills in AWS cloud concepts, including deployment and Infrastructure as Code.

Understanding of Data Engineer tools and methodologies.

Proficiency in DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience with project management methodologies like Agile or Scrum.

Previous contributions to open-source projects or personal repositories.

Prior experience in a startup environment and understanding of its dynamic nature.

A competitive compensation range is disclosed to provide transparency, taking into account various factors such as education, training, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base compensation range listed does not include additional benefits like 401K match, bonuses, and other tangible perks.

WHAT WE OFFER:

A dynamic work environment with experienced industry leaders.

Opportunities for in-depth exploration of the latest technologies and making a significant impact.

Competitive salary with bonus and incentive compensation.

Unlimited PTO and flexible time off to recharge when needed.

Professional development budget for personal and career growth.

Excellent health insurance for employees and dependents, including life insurance.

Retirement plans with company contributions.

Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care.

Paid parental leave.

ENVIRONMENT:

Foundry values its people-centered work environment, which serves as the cornerstone of all business operations. Employees have various means to share thoughts, opinions, and ideas through regular companywide meetings, town halls, and team events. Emphasizing engagement, teamwork, inclusion, and diversity, Foundry fosters a culture that values individual contributions.

Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on various factors. The company adheres to all aspects of employment practices to ensure a fair and inclusive workplace.

ABOUT FOUNDRY:

At Foundry, we are committed to advancing decentralized infrastructure and empowering the future of finance. Our diverse team is passionate about the potential of digital assets to bring about significant change. Founded to address institutional demands in the digital currency mining and staking industry, Foundry leverages the expertise, capital, and market intelligence of Digital Currency Group to support North American bitcoin miners and global manufacturers in building robust and secure decentralized networks.

Disclaimer:

The job responsibilities outlined are meant to provide an overview of the general tasks performed by employees in this role and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

CTO (Digital Wealth Platform)

Singapore
Singapore
Full time
Office
** What is Menyala?**

Menyala is a venture builder established by Temasek, a global investment organization based in Singapore. Our mission is to empower innovators to lead technological advancements.

Venture Details

This endeavor aims to create a comprehensive platform that empowers the asset and wealth management sectors with cutting-edge and scalable technologies to offer investment solutions that enhance accessibility to private markets.

Role Overview

In the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO), your main responsibility will be to lead technological innovation in the distribution of private market investments to individual investors. You will be accountable for the product development function, driving the delivery of software platforms and products, and collaborating closely with the CEO on product strategy and vision. Building and supervising a top-tier tech team spanned across engineering, product, design, QA, and more will be a key part of your role. Your role will involve strategic leadership and engagement with essential stakeholders to ensure the delivery of impactful solutions. Your background and expertise in the financial services field will be crucial in designing a cloud platform for delivering multiple products and on-premise solutions, managing integrations with external partners, and creating applications that provide enterprise-grade, forward-thinking, and adaptable business value.

Key Responsibilities

Use your system architecture knowledge to outline a long-term platform architecture for enabling flexible, cloud-based, white-labeled solutions.

Evaluate the existing platform, and design, construct, and maintain applications that guarantee security, reliability, and scalability, aligning with evolving business needs.

Develop data engineering capabilities to collaborate with data warehouse solutions like Snowflake for analytics and reporting.

Make strategic decisions on resources, such as hiring, outsourcing, and managing the technology team to support ambitious growth plans.

Offer strategic guidance and technical leadership to drive the technology team, nurturing a culture of innovation, excellence, and professional growth.

Work closely with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, client solutions, and compliance to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.

Ensure compliance with financial regulations and implement top-tier security protocols to safeguard data integrity and asset protection.

Identify risks and maintain a robust risk management framework with continuous vulnerability assessments.

This is a full-time position based in Singapore.

Desired Attributes

You should possess:

Extensive experience, preferably in prior CTO roles, product delivery ownership, showcasing technical expertise, strategic vision, successful project management, and team development.

Demonstrated success in enterprise software development and proficiency in multi-cloud architecture, ideally within the financial services sector.

Deep domain expertise in the financial services industry, a strong grasp of private market assets, wealth management, banking, and distribution technologies.

An entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability to change, and commitment to fostering a culture of high-quality code delivery.

Excellent communication skills to excel in a dynamic environment and lead cross-functional teams in driving technology strategy.

Technical Proficiencies

Expertise in multi-cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) with deep knowledge of cloud architecture and deployment approaches.

Skill in cloud-native technologies, including containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, and serverless computing to enhance scalability.

Proficiency in a range of programming languages for creating scalable microservice architectures and integrating with legacy systems.

Strong background in database technologies, covering both SQL and NoSQL solutions to design and manage scalable databases.

Knowledge of DevOps practices, including continuous integration and deployment with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions, along with setting up monitoring and alerting systems for issue resolution.

Manager, Software Engineering

Los Angeles, USA
Los Angeles, USA
Full time
Remote
Circle is a leading financial technology firm at the forefront of the evolving internet of money, where digital value can travel globally, almost instantaneously, and at a lower cost compared to traditional settlement methods. This innovative financial layer presents new opportunities for payments, commerce, and markets, contributing to advancing global economic prosperity and inclusivity. Through our infrastructure and USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, Circle empowers businesses, institutions, and developers to leverage these advancements and benefit from the ongoing transformation of money and technology.

About the Role:

Circle prioritizes transparency and consistency across its operations. As we expand into prominent global markets, speed and efficiency remain critical factors for our growth. Our team members uphold our core values of Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity to consistently excel in a remote work environment. We foster a flexible and diverse workspace that nurtures creativity and encourages participation from all stakeholders.

Expectations and Responsibilities:

Oversee daily operations of dynamic engineering teams, including requirements management, scrum processes, retrospectives, and team engagement activities

Develop, maintain, and enhance APIs, user interfaces, services, and systems

Engage in hands-on coding and provide direct support to engineers

Provide technical and architectural guidance for platform development, integration, testing, and maintenance

Lead agile software practices within the engineering teams to introduce industry best practices

Collaborate with stakeholders to align team efforts with company goals, define technology roadmaps, and establish achievable product release timelines

Manage a full lifecycle of team functions to foster recruitment, engagement, retention, coaching, and performance evaluation of exceptional engineers

Promote the engineering team's contributions to other departments as an internal advocate for technology opportunities and constraints

Address technical debt to uphold development efficiency and predictability while minimizing operational incidents

Contribute to cross-functional engineering initiatives as a key member of the engineering management team

Qualifications:

3+ years of technical leadership experience

7+ years of software engineering experience

Hands-on technical management background in designing and deploying secure, scalable products and services

Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Go, Java, or JavaScript

Demonstrated coaching and leadership development skills

Strong ability to collaborate across teams, make data-driven decisions, and manage remote teams

Aptitude for thriving in a fast-paced environment with autonomy and diverse responsibilities

Additional Details:

Eligible for day-one PERM sponsorship for qualified candidates

Compensation factors determined by various criteria such as experience, skills, qualifications, and organizational needs

Competitive salary range: $182,500 - $240,000

Annual bonus target set at 15%

Benefits include equity, medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401(k) plan

Discretionary vacation policy, paid sick leave, and holidays

Commitment to an inclusive working environment that values diversity

Circle is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses.

Senior Software Engineer - EMEA

Berlin, Germany +4
Berlin, Germany +4
Full time
Remote
About Us 

Chainlink Labs is driving innovation with Chainlink, the leading decentralized computing platform empowering the verifiable web. We provide secure access to real-world data, off-chain computation, and cross-chain interoperability for any blockchain. Chainlink Labs collaborates with globally recognized financial institutions like Swift, DTCC, and ANZ, as well as prominent Web3 teams including Aave, Compound, GMX, Maker, and Synthetix. Our commitment to excellence earned us a spot in Newsweek's 100 Most Loved Workplaces 2023 in both the United States and United Kingdom.

The Engineering Team

Chainlink Labs' engineering team is at the forefront of advancing decentralized applications within the industry. With over 70% market share in oracles, our Chainlink Network is solving real-world challenges by facilitating secure interaction between smart contracts and off-chain data/computation.

Responsibilities

We are seeking skilled and ambitious individuals to work together collaboratively on complex problems, drive product innovation, and nurture their growth as creators. Step into the realm of blockchain technology and decentralized finance as we shape the future.

Available Positions

Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP): Working on critical projects to enhance blockchain interoperability and support scalability for thousands of tokens across numerous blockchains.

Blockchain Integrations: Engaging with the integration of new blockchains into the Chainlink platform, building relationships with engineers, and adapting to innovative ecosystems.

VRF & Capital Markets: Developing solutions to bridge decentralized and traditional finance, utilizing CCIP to provide liquidity to the capital markets industry through tokenizing real-world assets.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in a collaborative, product-driven environment.

Strong proficiency in core languages such as Golang, Typescript, Solidity, or Rust.

Passion for blockchain, web3, and decentralized technologies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Sound grasp of computer science fundamentals.

Ability to thrive in a remote role within a globally distributed team spanning different time zones.

Preferred Requirements

Experience managing project progress, dependencies, and risk with stakeholders.

Proficiency in blockchain and Web 3.0 technologies.

Involvement in the open-source community.

Demonstrated mentoring and support for junior developers.

Selection Process

Chainlink Labs follows a comprehensive hiring process, aligning your skills with our engineering standards to place you within the right team. You'll interact with engineers and leadership from our core teams throughout the process. Your input on preferred teams is valued.

Equal Opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, Chainlink Labs provides fair consideration for employment adhering to all applicable laws and regulations. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or special needs during the recruitment process.

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