VP, Protocol Engineer (Validators)
Core
Design, deploy, and manage validator nodes and infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performance for decentralized blockchain networks.
Role type
VP, Protocol Engineer (Validators)
Builds
Validator infrastructure, automation workflows, and monitoring systems for blockchain participation and custody offerings.
Domain
Blockchain / Web3 / Distributed Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Software engineering in modern languages (Go, Rust, C/C++, .Net), Blockchain domain knowledge (proof-of-stake, RPC), Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), Linux systems administration, Observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog), Scripting (Python, Bash), Distributed system debugging, Security best practices.
Preferred skills
Kubernetes, Terraform, On-chain activity analysis, Backend service development, Solana/Ethereum validation infrastructure experience.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain scalable validator infrastructure, implement automation and monitoring tools, debug complex distributed protocols, define infrastructure strategy, lead on-call rotations, and identify new product opportunities.
Seniority
VP, strategy & mentorship