Intel Specialist

THE ROLE

In this role, you will be a key contributor to the Messari Intel team. Intel is a leading crypto intelligence tool used by top investors, exchanges, and crypto teams as part of our Enterprise suite. You’ll be responsible for identifying key events on various Smart Contract Platforms, Web3 Networks, and Layer-2 Networks and providing actionable summaries for our users. 

This position involves participating in project discords, forums, X, GitHub, and other communication channels to stay on top of updates and ensure that our users never miss an important update in a constantly evolving space.

Candidates with knowledge or familiarity with Smart Contract Platforms, cryptocurrency network infrastructures, cryptocurrency scaling solutions, and smart contracts are encouraged to apply. This position is a unique opportunity to become an expert in the inner workings and developments in Layer-1 and Layer-2 networks while contributing to an industry-leading crypto market intelligence platform. 

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of various dApps, L1/L2 networks, and their related infrastructure, governance processes, product offerings, and native tokens.
• Write and publish short-form research on over 500 assets, synthesizing information specific to key events, for our enterprise customers.
• Actively track and monitor a wide range of network and application-related events to identify signals that are of interest to project stakeholders including but not limited to updates, releases, launches, vulnerabilities, and key parameter adjustments.
• Update internal systems to publish condensed analyses on complex network and application-related events to accurately communicate valuable decision-making information in a timely manner.
• Conduct diligence around new products, smart contract platforms, scaling solutions, upgrades, and the associated tokens.
• Maintain frameworks and processes to ensure valuable information is documented across Messari’s Intel and Governor products in real-time.
• Regularly participate in projects’ communication channels including but not limited to Telegram, X, and Discord.

Qualifications

• Experience using or contributing to crypto projects.
• Strong understanding of industry terminology and trends.
• Knowledge of L1/L2 networks’ and applications’ governance processes.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment and confidently make decisions with minimal oversight.
• Excellent writing and written communication skills.
• Intrinsically motivated to learn about a wide range of networks and applications.
• Nice to haves:  You've published crypto-related content. You have a strong presence on crypto Twitter or other relevant social channels.

What You'll Love About Messari

We understand in order for you to do your best work, you need the resources to stay healthy, recharge, and feel like you have ownership in the future we are building.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary and Employee Stock Options: We value your contributions to our success, offering competitive pay and stock options so you can share in our growth!
• 401(k) with 3% Match: Invest in your future with confidence—enjoy a 3% company match on your 401(k) contributions.
• Flexible Time Off: No accruals, no limits—take the time you need when you need it. Just coordinate with your team, and enjoy!
• Health, Dental, & Vision: Your well-being matters—Messari covers 80% of health, dental, and vision insurance costs to keep you covered!
• Insurance & Savings: We offer an FSA for pretax healthcare savings, company-paid life insurance (1x salary), and short- and long-term disability coverage to keep you protected.
• Paid Parental Leave: Care for your growing family with 18 weeks for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers.

Perks:

• WeWork Access: Enjoy a WeWork All Access Pass for flexible, collaborative workspaces wherever you need them.
• Remote & Flexible Work: Balance work and life your way—work from home or join us at our New York office. Plus, get a $500 stipend to set up your home workspace.
• Community & Social Events: At Messari, we work hard and support each other. Enjoy fun events to relax, connect, and celebrate as a team!
• Learning & Development: Invest in your growth with a $1,000 annual stipend for professional development and continued education.
• Health & Wellness Perks: Prioritize your well-being with an annual Rest Week and Recharge Week for all employees, plus Health Advocacy support through our Employee Assistance Plan.

Salary

$80,000 + equity