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.
Key Responsibilities:
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.
What you'll bring:
Our approach is simple but effective. We focus on getting to know the people we work with on both sides of the equation. Understanding a company's culture, vision, and goals are just as important as learning about their compensation package, organizational structure, and stock price. Likewise, it is imperative to know what motivates a candidate most and what their compatibility in certain work environments would look like. We strive to keep the focus on the personal aspects that contribute to successful professional relationships.
DRH Search likes to earn the trust of all organizations we partner with, and we offer a very affordable pricing model.
