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Headquarters: [REMOTE]

URL: http://launchlegends.io

We’re offering a unique opportunity to join Launch Legends (and Autheo) as a part-time Equity Cofounder. Founded nearly four years ago, Launch Legends is at the forefront of bridging Web3 blockchain technology with the next evolution of Web2 integration—bringing businesses on-chain through enterprise-grade solutions, DePIN innovations, and decentralized financial infrastructure.

Our flagship project, Autheo, is an AI enabled Layer‑Zero OS with an integrated Layer‑1 blockchain and complete decentralized infrastructure that includes decentralized compute, storage, identity, and service marketplaces, as well as a full‑stack development environment (DevHub)—engineered for scalable enterprise adoption, developer innovation, and real‑world blockchain integration.

With nearly 100 equity cofounders from leading companies and institutions—many with advanced degrees and PhDs—Autheo is solving the critical challenges blocking business adoption of blockchain technology.

• Enterprise‑Grade Layer‑1 Blockchain – High‑speed, self‑securing, and cost‑efficient infrastructure built for scale.
• Developer Hub & Application Marketplace – A decentralized platform where developers build, deploy, and monetize real‑world apps.
• Web2‑Web3 Integration – Microservices, SDKs, and governance frameworks for seamless business migration.
• Decentralized Cloud & Compute – Secure, privacy‑preserving storage and AI‑powered compute for next‑gen applications.
• DePIN Infrastructure – On‑chain networks powering real‑world infrastructure ownership and resource sharing.

• Wallet Accounts: 290,000+
• Twitter Followers: 30,000+
• Discord Members: 19,000+
• Smart Contracts Deployed: 30,000+
• Developers Registered for MVP DevHub: 7,500+

Compensation & Growth Path
This is a part‑time equity / token‑based cofounder opportunity. You will receive equity in Launch Legends, Autheo, and the WFO Creator Network, along with token allocations in the Autheo blockchain. We have already completed an initial financing round to support infrastructure and marketing, and are currently in discussions with VCs and crypto investors to fund expansion and salaries. Salaried compensation is expected to begin within 4 to 5 months, following our node, token sale or funding.

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable DevOps Specialist to join our team as a co‑founder. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DevOps for blockchain systems, experience with Digital Ocean and other cloud platforms, and proficiency with GitHub. This role is crucial for the successful implementation and maintenance of our blockchain infrastructure.

• Design, implement, and manage the infrastructure for our blockchain ecosystem.
• Take ownership of designing, implementing, and managing the company’s cloud infrastructure on AWS, GCP, and Cloudflare. Architect and optimize cloud solutions to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency on Layer 1 and Layer 2.
• Optimize the deployment, monitoring, and scaling of blockchain nodes and related services.
• Automate the deployment process using CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and security of the infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the development team to integrate DevOps practices and tools.
• Manage and optimize cloud resources on platforms Digital Ocean and other cloud platforms such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
• Maintain and manage code repositories and workflows on GitHub.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure‑related issues.
• Continuously improve and document DevOps processes and best practices.
• Expertise in AWS services, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.
• Implement monitoring solutions to ensure proactive identification and resolution of issues.
• Tooling such as Salt, Vault, Python, and Bash scripting for automation and configuration management and version control using Git to manage code repositories effectively.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand application requirements and provide infrastructure solutions. Lead and mentor a team of DevOps professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of infrastructure configurations, processes, and best practices.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement in DevOps practices.

• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer (8+ years experience), with additional experience in blockchain projects.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, especially Digital Ocean, and experience with other cloud services (e.g., AWS, Oracle Cloud).
• Proficiency in using and managing GitHub repositories and workflows.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities. Expert knowledge of infrastructure and DevOps with experience in AWS services, IAM policies, Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Must have significant Web3 and Blockchain Experience in decentralized systems.
• Proficiency in Salt, Vault, Python and Bash scripting.
• Proficiency in CDN Management.
• Knowledge of AWS Secrets Manager.
• Able to lead a small team of DevOps engineers, this role is mostly hands‑on with a managerial component.
• Possess a understanding of networking principles and be adept at configuring and troubleshooting network components within the cloud environment.

• Experience with Testnet and Mainnet blockchain deployments.
• Experience with deploying nodes and setting up validators.
• Experience with Digital Ocean and GitHub.
• Understanding of blockchain technologies and protocols.
• Previous startup experience and a passion for innovation.

• Traction with Momentum: Autheo is already gaining significant traction in the blockchain space, with rapid developer adoption, platform growth, and partnership interest.
• Cross‑Industry Impact: Autheo is positioned to transform not only the Web3 ecosystem—but also Web2 and the broader technology sector—by enabling real‑world business adoption of decentralized infrastructure.
• Real Innovation, Not Hype: Unlike many blockchain ventures, Autheo is focused on substance over speculation. We are building real solutions: modular fullstack infrastructure, enterprise‑grade toolkits, decentralized identity, cloud, compute, and service orchestration.
• Backed by Elite Talent: You’ll join a team composed of professionals from top‑tier universities, Fortune 500 companies, and major blockchain platforms. Our team includes multiple PhDs and senior engineers who have launched and scaled world‑class technologies.

If you’re ready to redefine blockchain adoption, empower global business integration, and help shape the next generation of Web3 and developer ecosystems, we invite you to take the next step.