At Offchain Labs, we are not just building products — we're leading a movement. We are committed to creating a decentralized, secure, and transparent future through blockchain technology. Our mission is to push the boundaries of blockchain innovation and foster a creative, collaborative, and inclusive culture where ideas can come to life. We know that the future of blockchain technology is limitless, and the best way to achieve this is by working with the brightest minds. We're looking for thinkers and doers who are eager to embrace new challenges and seek solutions that will push existing boundaries. If you believe in the importance of transparency, trust, and the decentralization of control, and if you're curious, adaptable, and want to disrupt the status quo, then we want to hear from you. Why Offchain Labs? Our team is committed to bridging the gap between the current state of blockchain and its potential. Our flagship product, Arbitrum One, is a dominant force in Ethereum scaling and is trusted by enterprises, developers, and users worldwide. But that's just the beginning. Our passionate team is constantly building on this success, rolling out innovative tools such as Arbitrum AnyTrust, Arbitrum Orbit, Stylus, BoLD, and Arbitrum Nitro. Offchain Labs also contributes to the Ethereum core protocol with the Prysm consensus client. Following the successful raising of $3.8M in seed funding in January 2019, as well as $20M in Series A and $100M in Series B funding in 2021, we are looking to expand our team. We invite individuals with a strong interest in blockchain and a talent for approaching problems from unique perspectives to join us in shaping the future of this dynamic field. Tandem is Offchain Labs' partner studio and venture capital arm. We aim to empower early-stage blockchain projects to solve crypto's toughest challenges. By combining unparalleled industry expertise with access to Offchain Labs' extensive resources, Tandem offers a unique blend of support that drives success from day one. As a senior investment analyst, you will bring expertise and a wealth of experience in technical research to the Tandem team. Your primary responsibility is to drive research on technology layers in the blockchain ecosystem, developing new theses for investment and insights to complement our existing portfolio of projects. You will leverage internal departments, including research, product, and engineering, to guide investments in portfolio companies and position them for success. You will play a key role in identifying and building relationships with promising new projects, working together with colleagues to support these efforts.
\n What you'll do:Identify opportunities for investment and strategic collaboration with teams building blockchain scaling solutions and fundamental technical infrastructure.Develop and curate insightful research on cutting-edge industry trends and emerging technologies, directly shaping and driving the evolution of our investment theses.Assist with identification and evaluation of projects and teams for Tandem investment, based on their technical merit, innovation, and alignment with our strategic objectives.Provide hands-on guidance and mentorship to partners, helping them refine their ideas, design robust protocols, and navigate technical challenges.Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within Tandem and Offchain Labs, facilitating research partnerships and cross-team initiatives. What you'll need:Degree in a technical field such as computer science, mathematics, or physics Extensive experience in protocol research, with a strong technical background in blockchain technologies.Proven experience contributing to successful projects or teams in the blockchain space, with a focus on innovation, research collaboration, and/or supporting the launch of crypto products to market.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market trends and ecosystem dynamics in the blockchain industry. Perks:Remote-first global workforce + soon to open NY office Annual company offsite (last year, Bahamas!)Opportunity for subsidized attendance to industry conferencesMedical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries)401k retirement plan + company match (US only)Home office set up / ergonomic equipment matching program
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