DRH Search-posted 2 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • New York, NY

We're assisting a very well-funded startup in the blockchain space with their search for a Protocol Lead. They acquire traditional businesses and transform them by implementing blockchain rails. This role will work on a hybrid scheduled in the SoHo NY office. What you'll do: As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for building and managing a high-caliber engineering team, selecting and integrating core technologies, and ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of on-chain systems across the organization.

  • Technical Architecture & Execution: Own the end-to-end technical architecture and ensure the scalable and secure implementation of blockchain infrastructure across portfolio companies.
  • Engineering Leadership: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing engineering team responsible for core infrastructure, protocol integrations, and on-chain applications.
  • Blockchain Implementation : Coordinate with the blockchain “rip and replace” strategy, ensuring the integration of blockchain into legacy systems with minimal disruption and maximal efficiency.
  • On-Chain User Experience : Spearhead the design and development of on-chain user applications that offer seamless onboarding experiences, connect to the client's proprietary blockchain, and facilitate the adoption of new products.
  • Collaboration with Core Product Team: Work closely with the product team to develop and execute the product strategy with a focus on integrating and scaling decentralized solutions for acquired users.
  • Market Insights & Innovation : Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring that product offerings are innovative, competitive, and aligned with the needs of both users and the blockchain ecosystem.
  • Security & Reliability: Ensure systems meet the highest security standards through rigorous auditing, formal verification, and continuous monitoring. Implement DevOps and CI/CD best practices to support uptime, resilience, and deployment velocity.
  • KPIs & Performance Metrics : Define key product success metrics and ensure continuous tracking, reporting, and improvement.
  • 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager, or similar role
  • Experience at a top-tier scaled AI or Fintech company
  • Must be a product-focused engineer who owned and built something real for customers
  • Must have some leadership experience leading engineers
  • Experience with fintech/payments, stablecoin ecosystems, digital wallets, and tokenomics.
  • Strong systems thinking skills.
  • Ability to architect and implement secure blockchain infrastructure.
  • Some Solidity and Go experience.
  • Hands-on familiarity with blockchain systems (EVM, Avalanche, Cosmos, Layer 2s).
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
  • Customer-focused approach to engineering.
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