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YoLabs

Head of Ecosystem

YO continuously reallocates assets across DeFi to maximize yield. You deposit and YO does the rest. YO is backed by Paradigm, Haun, Hack VC, Solana and Circle and built by the exponential.fi team. As ...

Hyphen Connect Limited

We are a crypto-native investment fund at the frontier of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). As we deploy capital into the most innovative protocols and infrastructure projects, we are seeking a Head of ...

Paxos Labs

Smart Contract Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

If you believe in bringing DeFi and digital assets to the mainstream, consider building your career ... Familiarity refers to not having had direct contributions to the space but following topics at a ...

De Circle

Yo Protocol - Head of Ecosystem

New York, NY · On-site +1

YO continuously reallocates assets across DeFi to maximize yield. You deposit and YO does the rest. YO is backed by Paradigm, Haun, Hack VC, Solana and Circle and built by the exponential.fi team. As ...

De Circle

Odos - Brand Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

... creative director, or narrative PMM * Are a strong writer who can do tone-shifting across platforms (tweets, decks, hero copy) * Understand DeFi deeply and can make complex ideas feel intuitive

Hyphen Connect Limited

A stealth-mode DeFi project, backed by top-tier venture capitalists, is seeking an experienced Head of Product. This role is pivotal in shaping the long-term vision and strategy for the liquid ...

Sky.money

General Counsel

Sky Frontier Foundation incubates new Sky Agents, funds breakthrough technologies, and bridges DeFi ... and direct senior internal experts and external counsel across these areas. The function must ...

Renegade

Business Development Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100/day

Renegade brings that infrastructure to DeFi. We match orders at the midpoint of the Binance bid-ask ... Hands-on and self-directed. You are organized and push things forward. You're comfortable being ...

Renegade

Business Development Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100/day

Renegade brings that infrastructure to DeFi. We match orders at the midpoint of the Binance bid-ask ... Hands-on and self-directed. You are organized and push things forward. You're comfortable being ...

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What are the roles and responsibilities of a Director DeFi?

A Director DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, development, and management of DeFi projects within an organization. Their key responsibilities include identifying new opportunities in decentralized financial products, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading cross-functional teams, and managing partnerships within the DeFi ecosystem. They also play a vital role in driving innovation, monitoring market trends, and ensuring the security and scalability of DeFi protocols. The Director DeFi acts as a bridge between technical teams, stakeholders, and external partners to foster growth and sustainability in the rapidly evolving DeFi sector.

How does a Director DeFi typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success?

A Director of DeFi frequently works alongside product managers, engineers, legal counsel, and marketing teams to launch and scale decentralized finance initiatives. They are responsible for aligning technical development with business objectives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and communicating the project vision clearly to all stakeholders. Regular cross-team meetings and agile workflows are common, allowing the Director to oversee progress, address challenges, and adapt strategies quickly in the fast-evolving DeFi landscape. This collaborative approach is vital for integrating new features, maintaining security, and achieving user growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director DeFi, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of DeFi, you need deep expertise in blockchain technology, decentralized finance protocols, and a strong background in finance or computer science, often supported by advanced degrees. Familiarity with smart contract platforms (like Ethereum), DeFi analytics tools, and relevant certifications such as Certified Blockchain Professional are typically required. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills help you guide teams and build partnerships in the fast-evolving DeFi landscape. These skills and qualities are essential for navigating regulatory challenges, driving innovation, and ensuring successful execution of DeFi initiatives.
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Director - Listings & Ecosystem Development

BitGo

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$450K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

This role will require being full-time onsite at our San Francisco or New York City office to support collaborative team dynamics and innovative problem-solving.

BitGo is currently looking to expand our Ecosystem Sales team at the Director level. This role will report directly to the Managing Director of our Ecosystem Team and is a great opportunity for business development professionals within financial services and cryptocurrency. We're looking for candidates who can cover North/South America and European timezones.

Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with the Head of Ecosystem to co-own client relationships. 
  • Provide support for live deals, including but not limited to preparing presentations, proposals, and coordinating with other internal teams.
  • Produce market research and analysis on various aspects of the crypto ecosystem. 
  • Support the development of new services geared towards developers and early stage startups.
  • Co-own and organize client relationships: help with contracting, administrative tasks, billing, bridging the gap between internal stakeholders and external clients. 
  • Be an expert in the cryptocurrency market and BitGo's token management, custody, trading, staking, lending, and DeFi products.
  • Work in a fast paced environment, driving and managing client requests, issues, and initiatives across multiple teams including trading, lending, operations, compliance, and support.
Requirements:
  • 3-10 years of experience working in a client facing role.
  • 2+ years of experience in crypto.
  • Passionate about cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies.
  • Deep understanding of the entire crypto ecosystem and trends in the market: L1, L2, DeFi, GameFi, DePIN, etc.
  • Data-driven and analytical with the ability to translate data and trends into strategies.
  • Ability to work in a competitive, fast paced environment.
Nice To Haves:
  • Have established relationships with coin foundations, token projects, and Venture Capital firms.
  • Prior experience working in a startup or working with startups.
  • Knowledge of financial markets, custody, prime brokerage, lending, and/or trading is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
  • Genuine enthusiasm for the digital asset industry.
  • High energy and personable.
  • Strong business acumen skills: focus on what matters, problem solving, decision making, and stakeholder management.
  • Agility and appetite for learning new products/technology in a fast-developing environment.
  • Collaborative attitude with support and respect for others.
Why Join BitGo?

Disrupting an industry takes vision, innovation, passion, technical chops, drive to deliver, collaboration, and execution. Join a team of great people who strive for excellence and personify our corporate values of ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication. We are looking for new colleagues who bring innovative ways of thinking and problem solving, and who want risks to be part of the team that changes the world's financial markets.

Here are some of the benefits* of working at BitGo:

  • Competitive base salary, bonus and stock options
  • 100% company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
  • Up to 4% 401k company match
  • Paid parental leave, Paid vacation
  • Free custom lunches, dinners and snacks 
  • Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs
  • Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment

Cryptocurrencies are the most disruptive change the financial services industry has seen in years. Join us and you'll be able to look back and say you were part of the team that transformed investing.

Pay Transparency Notice: Depending upon your leveling the compensation for this role averages between $150,000 - $175,000 USD base salary $450k plus OTE. Equity, an annual performance bonus and the benefits outlined above are also a part of this role's package.

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