Research Lead, Tandem

At Offchain Labs, we are not just building products — we’re leading a movement. 

We are committed to creating a decentralized, secure, and transparent future through blockchain technology. Our mission is to push the boundaries of blockchain innovation and foster a creative, collaborative, and inclusive culture where ideas can come to life. We know that the future of blockchain technology is limitless, and the best way to achieve this is by working with the brightest minds. 

We’re looking for thinkers and doers who are eager to embrace new challenges and seek solutions that will push existing boundaries. If you believe in the importance of transparency, trust, and the decentralization of control, and if you’re curious, adaptable, and want to disrupt the status quo, then we want to hear from you. 

Why Offchain Labs?

Our team is committed to bridging the gap between the current state of blockchain and its potential. Our flagship product, Arbitrum One, is a dominant force in Ethereum scaling and is trusted by enterprises, developers, and users worldwide. But that’s just the beginning. Our passionate team is constantly building on this success, rolling out innovative tools such as Arbitrum AnyTrust, Arbitrum Orbit, Stylus, BoLD, and Arbitrum Nitro. Offchain Labs also contributes to the Ethereum core protocol with the Prysm consensus client.

Following the successful raising of $3.8M in seed funding in January 2019, as well as $20M in Series A and $100M in Series B funding in 2021, we are looking to expand our team. We invite individuals with a strong interest in blockchain and a talent for approaching problems from unique perspectives to join us in shaping the future of this dynamic field.

As the Research Lead for Tandem, you will be a senior member of our team, bringing technical expertise and a wealth of experience in protocol design. Your primary responsibility will be to drive technical collaboration across a portfolio of teams, leveraging existing research work and areas of team expertise to fundamentally guide new projects and position them for success. Additionally, you will serve as the face of our partner studio, representing our company in various forums and industry events, and holding a strong responsibility for identifying and partnering with promising new teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Forge strategic research collaborations with teams building blockchain scaling solutions and fundamental technical infrastructure while balancing commercial considerations.
• Drive analysis and research work internally and in collaboration with portfolio teams, contributing to protocol design and refinement, development and delivery of design specifications, and prioritization across multiple projects.
• Assist with identification and evaluation of potential projects and teams for Tandem, based on their technical merit, innovation, and alignment with our strategic objectives.
• Provide hands-on guidance and mentorship to partners, helping them refine their ideas, design robust protocols, and navigate technical challenges.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within Tandem, facilitating research partnerships and cross-team initiatives.
• Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote Tandem and attract top talent.
• Collaborate with our executive team to develop and execute a comprehensive partner development strategy, including resource allocation and milestone tracking.

Who You Are:

• Extensive experience in protocol design and development, with a strong technical background in blockchain technologies.
• Proven track record of acquiring and guiding successful projects or teams in the blockchain space, with a focus on innovation and research collaboration, or experience bringing crypto products to market.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market trends and ecosystem dynamics in the blockchain industry.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a passion for mentoring and empowering emerging talent.
• Previous experience in a senior leadership role within a high-growth technology company or startup environment, or managing a portfolio investing in crypto or blockchain, is highly desirable.

Perks :

• Remote-first global workforce + soon to open NY office headquarters
• Annual company offsite (last year, Bahamas!)
• Opportunity for subsidized attendance to industry conferences
• Medical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries)
• 401k retirement plan + company match (US only)
• Home office set up / ergonomic equipment matching program

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At Offchain Labs, we believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential to our success. We are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply and join our team.