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A novel, Layer-0 blockchain for event data in Web3, powered by Proof-of-Time. Builder of the Timechain.

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Description

• Provide direction and vision for the engineering teams, ensuring technical strategies are aligned with product goals. • Lead execution effort plan, addressing technical challenges, and steering projects towards Engineering key milestones. • Possess the authority to make critical decisions on technical execution plans. • Actively participate in feature building and product development, balancing leadership with direct technical contribution. • Offer mentorship and guidance, cultivating a culture of innovation and technical excellence. • Liaise with internal stakeholders, to integrate with technical engineering objectives with company-wide goals. • Concisely articulate complex technical requirements to cross-functional teams and maintain clear, detailed architectural documentation for internal and external clarity. • Contribute in crafting and implementing Customer-centric solutions, focusing on unique customer needs and contribute to the technical implementation plan beyond the standard product roadmap. • Serve as a reliable technical consultant for both customers and the internal sales team, identifying unseen opportunities in our software capabilities. • Contribute to, mentor, and review product change proposals, upholding architectural quality. • Analyze the current architecture, suggesting and implementing enhancements. • Stay abreast of industry standards and emerging practices, bringing innovative ideas to the team. • Bring a track record of being an exceptional team leader, characterized by actively listening to feedback from all levels and departments. • Should excel in providing constructive feedback, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into the company’s strategic vision. This includes actively listening to team members, engaging respectfully, and ensuring a collaborative approach in all cross-functional interactions for effective internal and external clarity. • Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing decentralized blockchain architectures. A deep understanding of consensus algorithms, smart contract development, and blockchain security protocols is essential for driving innovative solutions at scale. • Proven knowledge of Layer 1 (base blockchain layer) and Layer 2 (scaling solutions like rollups or sidechains) technologies, ensuring the ability to create scalable, secure, and efficient blockchain systems that meet the needs of large, distributed networks. • Extensive experience in developing, deploying, and auditing smart contracts across various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, or Solana). This includes ensuring secure coding practices, gas optimization, and vulnerability mitigation in decentralized applications. • Leverage game theory principles to design and optimize token economics, payment systems, and price feeds. This ensures that economic incentives are properly aligned, securing robust network participation and avoiding vulnerabilities in decentralized environments. A deep understanding of game theory is essential to maintaining a fair and balanced ecosystem within the blockchain architecture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in technical leadership, ideally in blockchain or similar fields. • Exceptional problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities. • Excellent communication skills and adept at team management. • Proficient in bridging technical and non-technical domains. • At least 3 years of professional experience in architecture and systems design, demonstrating a proven track record of complex project management. • Deep understanding of software architecture principles, patterns, and practices, with an ability to apply this knowledge in varied project environments. • Demonstrable experience in scaling high-availability distributed systems, ensuring robust and efficient operations. • Familiarity with both on-premise and SaaS contexts, showcasing versatility in different deployment scenarios. • Expertise in one or more of the following areas: blockchain technology, enterprise software integration, front-end architecture, data lakes, secure systems, or cryptography. • Strong positive communication and interpersonal abilities, coupled with a willingness to engage with remote teammates and clients effectively. • A natural ability to mentor and coach team members, fostering a learning environment and encouraging continuous professional growth.