About Us
Chainlink Labs is the primary contributing developer of Chainlink, the decentralized computing platform powering the verifiable web. Chainlink is the industry-standard platform for providing access to real-world data, offchain computation, and secure cross-chain interoperability across any blockchain. Chainlink Labs helps power verifiable applications for banking, DeFi, global trade, and gaming by collaborating with some of the world’s largest financial institutions, notably Swift, DTCC, and ANZ. Chainlink Labs also works with top Web3 teams, including Aave, Compound, GMX, Maker, and Synthetix. Chainlink Labs was ranked in Newsweek’s 100 Most Loved Workplaces 2023 in both the United States and United Kingdom.
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Business Operations Senior Manager to join our Engineering Business Operations Operations team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior engineering operations, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to build credible relationships with senior Engineering Managers and Product Managers. This role requires someone who can act as a liaison between the SVP of Engineering and various internal and external stakeholders, driving key projects related to engineering productivity, on-track delivery, risk mitigation, and competitive intelligence.
Your Impact
- Review progress on key quarterly engineering deliverables and ensure risks are highlighted early, maintaining project timelines
- Establish yourself as the first point of escalation for internal engineering emergencies, effectively managing and resolving issues
- Design and implement initiatives to track and improve engineering productivity, identifying key areas for process enhancements
- Review and ensure progress on quarterly engineering deliverables, ensuring consistent on-track delivery
- Gather and document engineering best practices and competitive intelligence, providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making
- Actively engage with cross-functional teams, building strong relationships and fostering collaboration to drive strategic projects
What we are looking for
- Senior engineering operations experience (5+ years), with the ability to build credibility with senior EMs and PMs
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to decompose ambiguous questions, analyze data, and make recommendations
- Proven relationship-building experience, capable of collaborating effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Strategic mindset with the ability to understand complex business challenges and provide actionable recommendations
- Executive presence and capability to work closely with C-suite executives
- Basic understanding of the Web3 ecosystem and blockchain technology is preferable
- Experience in a similar stage company (mid to late-stage startup) is preferable
- Strong understanding of the Web3 ecosystem and proficiency in the latest technologies, including EVM vs. Non-EVM, deploying to Mainnet, etc. is a plus
- Knowledge of Solidity programming is a plus
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
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What We Do
Chainlink Labs is the leading provider of secure and reliable Web3 services that have enabled trillions of dollars in transaction value across DeFi, insurance, gaming, NFTs, and other major industries. Chainlink Web3 services enhance smart contracts by connecting them to real-world data sources and off-chain computation across any blockchain and provide global enterprises with a universal gateway to all blockchains. Chainlink Labs is dedicated to the development and integration of Chainlink as the industry-standard Web3 services platform connecting the world to blockchains.
At Chainlink Labs, we empower the broader Chainlink community and build world-class Web3 solutions with global enterprises such as AWS, Google, T-Systems, and leading development teams at the forefront of the smart contract ecosystem, including Aave, Compound, Synthetix, GMX, and many more. Through a fusion of cutting-edge academic research and an industry focus on user needs, our mission is to enable the next generation of smart contracts and build a world powered by truth.
Why Work With Us
We offer employees the opportunity to help build a world-changing Web3 services platform. Smart contracts and blockchain technology are redefining major industries, from finance to gaming, and we're at the forefront of this global shift. As a remote-first workplace, you will be able to contribute from anywhere in the world.
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Employees work remotely.
Chainlink Labs is a fully distributed company that provides the tools and resources you need to thrive in your remote work environment. Benefits include a monthly co-working space stipend and a generous hardware allowance.
