Technical Project Manager

ChainSafe Systems is a blockchain R&D firm on a mission to realize the potential of Web3 infrastructure through sustainable, open-source development. Our vision is to create a world with organizations that empower people to build and innovate through blockchain agnostic tools and other distributed technologies.

We are global leaders in the industry, unique in our work across multiple blockchain ecosystems, and currently are pioneering technology and infrastructure related to Ethereum, Polkadot, Filecoin and more. We are actively pursuing the development of our own product suite, having recently released Files, which allows users to upload and store files on IPFS and Filecoin with the goal of furthering development to provide a decentralized alternative to cloud storage.

ChainSafe is a unique company in a unique space, growing quickly and building a global reputation in this nascent space. Beyond offering experience across every major blockchain space to our team, we provide an open, inclusive, and supportive environment where we help folks reach their full potential as a human and as a professional.

Here’s what you might want to know before reading on:

• Our stack is progressive and open-source and includes Go, Rust, and TypeScript.
• We spearhead ecosystem projects like Lodestar, Web3.js, Forest, Mina-rs, and Gossamer.
• We are global, remote-friendly, and open to contractors.

Culture fit and alignment to our core values are extremely important to us. We are fueled by an immense intellectual curiosity of what technology can do and the impact it can have. You will thrive here if you are intensely driven by tackling technical challenges that no one else has solved yet and are inspired by the possibility of building the next generation of web infrastructure and decentralized systems.

Who we need

As a Technical Project Manager, you will work directly with our clients, such as Ethereum Foundation, Web3 Foundation, Protocol Labs, & Interchain Foundation, to help make their vision a reality. You will work closely with a Technical Lead to lead the development team through the project lifecycle, from research & requirements-gathering to integration testing & deployment. You will be accountable for the overall success of your projects with a focus on project planning & execution, client satisfaction, team morale, and communications. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Every project is on the cutting-edge and quite often we’re figuring things out as we go, so continuous learning & teaching is the norm.

You will also have the opportunity to become a recognized leader in the blockchain industry. We are very active in blockchain communities and are often asked to give talks & workshops at conferences around the world.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful delivery of blockchain software projects
• Main point of contact with the client for status updates, requirements, priorities, etc.
• Work closely with the Technical Lead to plan the project: read specifications, create milestones & roadmap, create tasks, set priorities, etc
• Lead project management rituals such as standup, sprint planning, & retrospectives
• Proactively resolve or escalate any issues to minimize impact on client satisfaction or team morale
• Develop a deep understanding of the project & corresponding blockchain network. Help the team stay up-to-date on the latest news & developments
• Hold regular 1:1s with developers to ensure the team is happy, engaged, and works together cohesively
• Maintain a high level of transparency, thorough communication & documentation using tools such as Slack, Notion, GitHub, & ZenHub

Requirements

• Experience managing software projects
• Demonstrated ability to independently & quickly learn about technical concepts
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate trade-offs and make effective decisions
• Extremely organized, responsive, & accountable
• Excellent written & verbal communication
• High-level of emotional intelligence & empathy
• Excellent active listening skills

Bonus points

• Technical understanding of distributed systems and/or blockchain technology
• Experience managing technical back-end software projects
• Software development experience or education
• An entrepreneurial mindset
• A passion for open-source software
• A passion for blockchain technology

We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t fit all the requirements. You don’t have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role.

Hiring Steps

Candidates for this position can expect the hiring process at Chainsafe to follow the order below. Please keep in mind that candidates can be declined from the position at any stage of the process.

• Qualified candidates will be invited to schedule a 30-45 minute screening call with one of our tech recruiters
• Next, candidates will be invited to schedule a 60-minute Cultural Interview with one of our Project Managers
• Then, Candidates will be asked to complete a technical task that takes under 4 hours, but we provide up to 5 business days to complete
• Last, candidates will be invited to schedule a 60-minute interview with the Team Lead/Hiring Manager

Why join us

Founded by Developers for Developers, we foster an Agile environment where tasks are assigned based not just on what you know but what you want to learn. We offer fast opportunities for personal growth, mentorship, professional development funding, tons of autonomy and responsibility, a results-driven environment, close collaboration with an international team, exposure to a wide array of ecosystems and trailblazing technologies, and flexible work hours.

At ChainSafe, we are a compassionate group of builders and makers, working to bring our ideas to life. You’ll be part of a team that believes in the vital importance of community and contributing to advance humanity with open-source and decentralized technology.

We care deeply about our values and look for these in every team member: A dedication to self-improvement and professional development; a commitment to community and collaboration; a drive for accountability, diligence, and autonomy; and above all fostering a place of acceptance, friendliness, and compassion.

Tell us who you are and learn more about us

If you are ready to join us, assemble your highlights (GitHub, portfolio, LinkedIn) and show us your best work. Get ready to have incredible conversations with passionate developers like yourself. For our team’s project highlights, explore our Discord, GitHub, and website.

We welcome your fresh perspectives and ideas

At ChainSafe, diversity and inclusion is more than a statement; equality and accessibility are guiding principles embedded in who we are - and why we do what we do. We recognize the benefits of a diverse team and aspire to embed respect for all people into our culture, values, and day-to-day practices. We encourage women, LGBTQIA+ people, people of colour, and members of any other group underrepresented in the blockchain space (or tech in general) to apply.

ChainSafe is a remote-first company with an international team. We offer opportunities for personal and professional learning and growth, value autonomy and responsibility, and have a results-driven environment, flexible work hours and time-off policy, as well as competitive salary.

Salary will be determined through the interview process after a review of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, equity, and location, as well as alignment with market data.

To apply for this position, please fill out the linked application form. Please attach your CV/resume as well as a link to your Github/Gitlab profile or some other software project you have contributed to.