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Senior Technical Program Manager
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 26, 2024
<div> <p>We believe Ethereum has the potential to solve some of humanitys most crucial coordination issues Since our initial inception as a research group we have sought to scale both its technology and values<p> <p>At present the most pressing bottleneck to the growth of Ethereum is its performance and scalability We are building the most elegant solution to this problem We do this in the open under an MIT open source license because we believe in open source innovation and its ability to accelerate growth<p> <p>OP Labs is building Optimism mainnet and by extension the infrastructure that powers all OPStack chains We are improving Ethereums performance by orders of magnitude and donating the profits from doing so to funding Ethereum public goods By operating as a Public Benefit Corporation OP Labs can align its incentives with the public good and take positivesum steps toward a sustainable future for the internet<p> <p><br ><p><div> <p>Were looking for a Senior Technical Program Manager to own and grow Optimisms core development program This individual will be responsible for stewarding development of the OP Stack by coordinating between highcaliber engineering organizations across the Collective This role requires a unique blend of engineering leadership technical expertise and open source management skills<p> <p><b>What are the role responsibilities<b> <p><p><strong>Roadmap Development<strong><p> <ul><li>Work with product engineering and the Optimism Foundation to create and maintain a comprehensive roadmap for the OP Stack<li> <li>Work with product and engineering to define requirements and product specifications<li> <ul><p><strong>Project Management<strong><p> <ul><li>Coordinate between OP Labs and external core development teams to assign projects drive progress unblock teams and ensure quality delivery of key roadmap features<li> <li>Work across functions to ensure we deliver smooth complete product launches<li> <li>Act as the DRI for core developer relationships by providing them with resources support and direction<li> <li>Leverage their technical expertise to spot timeline risks early and work with the team to avoid them<li> <li>Prioritize and communicate changes in project scope and objectives to adapt to new information<li> <ul><p><strong>Communication<strong><p> <ul><li>Be a central conduit for information ensuring messages flow smoothly between OP Labs core developers and the Optimism Foundation<li> <li>Communicate broadly with the Optimism community to share progress and create awareness of upcoming technical milestones<li> <li>Keep Labs leadership and the Optimism Foundation informed of progress<li> <li>Support protocol upgrade governance proposals by writing documentation answering questions hosting community calls and generally creating buyin throughout Token House and Citizens House votersdelegates<li> <ul><p><b>What skills do you bring<b> <p><ul><li>Experience coordinating and delivering complex largescale software projects Maybe youve worked as a principal engineer engineering manager CTO or technical program manager<li> <li>Strong technical background with a solid understanding of web3 software development blockchain platforms and system design<li> <li>Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively<li> <li>Experience with core development processes or open source software maintenance is a plus but not required<li> <ul><div><b>What will you like about us<b> <ul><li>We take care of our employees Competitive compensation fully paid medical dental and vision and a 4 401K matchlearn more about our <strong>benefits culture and all recruiting FAQ here<strong><li> <li>We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers<li> <li>Our team is a diverse group of people from varied backgrounds We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength<li> <li>Were fully remote deeply engaged highly skilled and like to have fun<li> <li>We think longterm Our founders have been scaling Ethereum since 2015<li> <ul><p><strong>We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply<strong> We believe that our work is stronger with a variety of perspectives and were eager to further diversify our company If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism please consider applying Were committed to building an inclusive supportive place for you to do the best work of your career<p> <div>
Interim Director of People and Recruiting (Maternity Leave Cover)
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Nov 29, 2023
Start Date: February 12th, 2023 and ends on July 12th, 2023 (dates are subject to change slightly) While this position may be remote, we are looking for someone ideally in Denver, Colorado who can come to our LoHi office one day per week. You’ll undertake a wide range of HR tasks, like hiring, administering employee benefits and leaves, and crafting HR policies. Our Commitment We aim to provide equal opportunity for all. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. We are firm believers in the strength of diversity and aim to build teams of individuals that offer unique perspectives, come from different backgrounds, and challenge each other to be better every day! Proven experience as an HR Generalist Minimum of 3+ years Additional HR training and certification will be a plus Experience in the Digital Media industry Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures Excellent recruitment track record Proficient knowledge of employment/labor laws Outstanding knowledge of GSuite, Slack, Rippling and Lever Experience with Lattice is a plus Excellent communication and people skills Aptitude in problem-solving Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach. You will use Rippling, our Human Resources Information System to ensure all employee records are up-to-date and confidential and provide payroll support to the finance team. You will report directly to our Managing Director, and act in close coordination with our Founder and executive leadership team across our portfolio of companies. Accountabilities HR Management: Maintain employee files and records electronically Run reporting within our HRIS system for various functions Run performance reviews and compensation adjustments Payroll support Maintain record of all contractors Recruitment: Scope and post roles Manage the entire hiring process from scoping, posting and sourcing to offer acceptance Work with external recruiters as necessary Draft and send important contracts and offer letters Employee Relations: Conduct employee onboarding and off-boarding Ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise Nurture a positive working environment Qualifications Strong understanding of HR processes & employee relations. You must have a broad knowledge of human resources functions, from sourcing and recruiting to hiring to onboarding, and from employee compensation to performance evaluation.
Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Optimism Global
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Feb 27, 2024
Optimism is a media company that aims to build a brighter web by creating high-quality digital brands that spark curiosity and improve readers' lives. They are launching an EIR program to engage talented creators in building inbox-first brands, offering resources, support, and the potential for additional funding. The role involves concept development, launch, growth, and acting as an Optimism ambassador. Qualifications include experience in inbox-based content creation, intrapreneurship, and project management skills.
Engineering Manager, Protocol Security
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 05, 2024
Optimism is building Optimism mainnet and the infrastructure for OP-Stack chains to improve Ethereum's performance and scalability. They are hiring an Engineering Manager for the Protocol Security team to secure Optimism and other ecosystems built using the OP Stack. The role involves building and embedding security engineers, managing team growth, and setting technical direction for protocol and governance security. Optimism values open source innovation, diversity, and long-term thinking, offering competitive compensation and benefits.
Sales & Partnerships Manager
Company: Optimism
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 03, 2024
Nice News, a positive news platform with over 800,000 daily readers, seeks a Sales & Partnerships Manager. The role involves scaling direct sales with brands, increasing sales volume for email placements, and managing partnerships. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of digital publishing sales experience, a proven track record in selling email sponsorships, and strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. The company values diversity and equal opportunity.
Accounting Manager, Financial Operations & Reporting
Company: Optimism
Location: Greater Denver Area
Posted Mar 05, 2024
Optimism Global is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a hybrid role in Denver, CO. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial operations, reporting, and payroll processing. They will be responsible for managing the month-end close process, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. The role requires proficiency in Excel and experience with financial tools. Optimism Global offers competitive benefits, including unlimited PTO, wellness allowance, and a generous healthcare package.
Developer Evangelist
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Dec 16, 2023
We have a transparent, feedback-driven and fun-centric culture. Proven experience creating engaging technical content, such as blog posts, tutorials, and videos. Deep technical expertise in crypto software development, blockchain infrastructure, and related domains. Passion for crypto, innovation, and a genuine desire to contribute to the success of the ecosystem. Requirements: Extensive experience in developer relations, technical advocacy, or a related role, strongly emphasizing public speaking and content creation. If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism, please consider applying. We’re committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best work of your career. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, important EIPs, and emerging technologies, and help position Optimism as the leading developer community for new tech. Evangelize Optimism, the OP Stack, and OP Mainnet to developers through public speaking, webinars, meetups, and other events. Optimism about the future of the open internet.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer, DevInfra
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Dec 12, 2023
We have a transparent, feedback-driven and fun-centric culture. We are a team of builders—our founding team has been working on Ethereum scalability since 2015. We’re committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best work of your career. If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism, please consider applying. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply. We believe that our work is stronger with a variety of perspectives, and we’re eager to further diversify our company. We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength. Our team is a diverse group of people from a variety of backgrounds and interests. The goal of the Pod is to build the best development experience in crypto to support both internal external open source contributors. We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers.
Hospitality Intern
Company: Optimism
Location: Orange County
Posted Mar 18, 2024
Pardon Ventures, a family office operating digital media companies, is seeking a Hospitality Intern to support the management of their Southern California campus. The role involves maintaining organization, preparing spaces for guests, sourcing vendors, coordinating with contractors, supporting event production, and running errands. The ideal candidate should have an interest in luxury industries, strong initiative, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to commute to Newport Beach 2-3 times a week.
Technical Writer
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 28, 2024
<div> <p>We believe Ethereum has the potential to solve some of humanitys most crucial coordination issues Since our initial inception as a research group we have sought to scale both its technology and values<p> <p>At present the most pressing bottleneck to the growth of Ethereum is its performance and scalability We are building the most elegant solution to this problem We do this in the open under an MIT open source license because we believe in open source innovation and its ability to accelerate growth<p> <p>OP Labs is building Optimism mainnet and by extension the infrastructure that powers all OPStack chains We are improving Ethereums performance by orders of magnitude and donating the profits from doing so to funding Ethereum public goods By operating as a Public Benefit Corporation OP Labs can align its incentives with the public good and take positivesum steps toward a sustainable future for the internet<p> <p><br ><p><div> <p>We are seeking a talented Technical Writer to join our Developer Relations team and play a crucial role in creating clear concise and engaging technical documentation for Optimisms products and developer tooling As a Technical Writer you will collaborate closely with our engineering product and developer support teams to produce highquality documentation that enables developers to understand and utilize our products effectively<p> <p><b>What are the role responsibilities<b> <p><ul><li>Produce comprehensive developer documentation including guides tutorials reference material and release notes<li> <li>Research analyze and understand complex technical concepts related to blockchain technology and Web3 protocols<li> <li>Work closely with product managers developers and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation<li> <li>Translate technical information into clear and accessible content tailored to various audiences and developer personas<li> <li>Assist and coordinate content improvement efforts through devX research interviews docs bounties and docs usability testing<li> <li>Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support documentation needs related to product launches hackathons marketing campaigns and ecosystem contributions<li> <ul><p><b>What skills do you bring<b> <p><ul><li>Technical writing experience with a focus on developer documentation software documentation or technical documentation<li> <li>Experience writing about blockchain technology decentralized applications smart contracts and Web3 protocols eg Ethereum IPFS Polkadot or previous contributions to opensource projects or technical communities related to blockchain cryptocurrency or Web3<li> <li>Proficiency in writing clear concise and accurate documentation for developer audiences<li> <li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work independently in a remote environment and effectively in a crossfunctional team<li> <li>Experience using documentation tools platforms and version control systems eg Markdown Git Notion VS Code<li> <li>Selfmotivated with a passion for learning and a proactive approach to problemsolving<li> <ul><div><b>What will you like about us<b> <ul><li>We take care of our employees Competitive compensation fully paid medical dental and vision and a 4 401K matchlearn more about our <strong>benefits culture and all recruiting FAQ here<strong><li> <li>We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers<li> <li>Our team is a diverse group of people from varied backgrounds We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength<li> <li>Were fully remote deeply engaged highly skilled and like to have fun<li> <li>We think longterm Our founders have been scaling Ethereum since 2015<li> <ul><p><strong>We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply<strong> We believe that our work is stronger with a variety of perspectives and were eager to further diversify our company If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism please consider applying Were committed to building an inclusive supportive place for you to do the best work of your career<p> <div>
Developer Support Engineer (APAC)
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Mar 10, 2024
<div> <p>We believe Ethereum has the potential to solve some of humanitys most crucial coordination issues Since our initial inception as a research group we have sought to scale both its technology and values<p> <p>At present the most pressing bottleneck to the growth of Ethereum is its performance and scalability We are building the most elegant solution to this problem We do this in the open under an MIT open source license because we believe in open source innovation and its ability to accelerate growth<p> <p>OP Labs is building Optimism mainnet and by extension the infrastructure that powers all OPStack chains We are improving Ethereums performance by orders of magnitude and donating the profits from doing so to funding Ethereum public goods By operating as a Public Benefit Corporation OP Labs can align its incentives with the public good and take positivesum steps toward a sustainable future for the internet<p> <p><br ><p><div> <p>OP Labs is seeking a Developer Support Engineer for the APAC Asia Pacific region to join our Developer Relations team You will be responsible for providing stellar developer support for dapp builders and OP Chain customers specializing in helping customers in the region This includes resolving issues from key partners unblocking developers and assisting new customers in getting their OP Chains live You will also work closely with other members of the Developer Relations team to ensure that customer needs are being met and to provide feedback to the product team<p> <p>This role is fully remote though candidates must be prepared and ideally located to support APAC time zones roughly GMT+5 through GMT+12<p> <p><b>What are the role responsibilities<b> <p><ul><li>Provide technical support for the APAC region including handling support requests triaging issues and assisting in the development of new support processes or tools tailored to regional needs<li> <li>Address partner and customer issues in the APAC region efficiently and effectively collaborating with the Developer Relations Product and Engineering teams to resolve complex issues<li> <li>Assist in tracking and reporting all issues contribute to the development of key metrics and create reporting methods tailored to the regional context<li> <li>Act as an advocate for APAC developers using OP products focusing on long term and proactive solutions to common challenges<li> <li>Work closely with the product team to provide feedback and to identify opportunities for product enhancements that cater to the region<li> <li>Help develop and maintain documentation and training materials to support customers and internal teams taking into account regional languages and cultural nuances<li> <li>Coordinate with the Optimism Foundation to grow a technical support contributor team focused on the APAC region<li> <ul><p><b>What skills do you bring<b> <p><ul><li>3+ years of experience in technical support with an exceptional track record of customer service for very technical customers<li> <li>Must be located in an APAC time zone roughly GMT+5 through GMT+12 or otherwise prepared to work predominately those hours<li> <li>General familiarity with blockchain technology and at least one applicable major language Solidity Go Rust Cairo etc<li> <li>Strong technical skills and experience with troubleshooting complex issues<li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with customers internal teams and external partners<li> <li>Multilingual a strong plus<li> <ul><p><br ><br ><p><div><b>What will you like about us<b> <ul><li>We take care of our employees Competitive compensation fully paid medical dental and vision and a 4 401K matchlearn more about our <strong>benefits culture and all recruiting FAQ here<strong><li> <li>We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers<li> <li>Our team is a diverse group of people from varied backgrounds We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength<li> <li>Were fully remote deeply engaged highly skilled and like to have fun<li> <li>We think longterm Our founders have been scaling Ethereum since 2015<li> <ul><p><strong>We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply<strong> We believe that our work is stronger with a variety of perspectives and were eager to further diversify our company If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism please consider applying Were committed to building an inclusive supportive place for you to do the best work of your career<p> <div>
Lead Solutions Architect
Company: Optimism
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 27, 2024
<div> <p>We believe Ethereum has the potential to solve some of humanitys most crucial coordination issues Since our initial inception as a research group we have sought to scale both its technology and values<p> <p>At present the most pressing bottleneck to the growth of Ethereum is its performance and scalability We are building the most elegant solution to this problem We do this in the open under an MIT open source license because we believe in open source innovation and its ability to accelerate growth<p> <p>OP Labs is building Optimism mainnet and by extension the infrastructure that powers all OPStack chains We are improving Ethereums performance by orders of magnitude and donating the profits from doing so to funding Ethereum public goods By operating as a Public Benefit Corporation OP Labs can align its incentives with the public good and take positivesum steps toward a sustainable future for the internet<p> <p><br ><p><div> <p>As Lead Solutions Architect youll work directly with OP Chain operators to build the next wave of the Superchain Your strong foundation in engineering will bridge the gap between complex technical requirements and strategic business solutions working with teams to provision launch and operate their chains<p> <p><b>What are the role responsibilities<b> <p><ul><li>Collaborate with partners and their engineering teams to provision operate and scale new chains into successful ecosystems First and foremost ensure they feel actively supported in their success<li> <li>Apply an engineering mindset and deep understanding of OP products to solve complex problems optimize system architectures and ensure technical excellence across projects<li> <li>Stay abreast of the latest blockchain technologies and trends evaluating and integrating them into our solutions where appropriate especially when our customers have started incorporating it into their own protocols<li> <li>Build reference implementations and best practices that can be shared across the Superchain community<li> <li>Using OP Stack and ecosystems across the superchain design and develop solutions that help customers achieve their goals<li> <li>Effectively communicate complex technical concepts and strategies to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders<li> <li>Work with Security Eng and Product teams to develop custom migration paths for large customers<li> <li>Mentor and guide a team of Solutions Engineers and Architects fostering an environment of continuous learning and development<li> <li>Work closely with Security Eng and Product to propose new technical solutions that solve customers needs even before they ask for them Relay feedback and recommend improvements to OP Stack<li> <ul><p><b>What skills do you bring<b> <p><ul><li>5+ years as a Solutions Architect support engineer or other customerfacing technical role<li> <li>Strong practical experience in blockchain technologies including smart contracts consensus algorithms knowledge of distributed systems and operating a node<li> <li>Experience leading a Solutions team that hits their targets and build longlasting systems with customers<li> <li>Deep understanding of software engineering principles and architectural patterns with the ability to apply these in designing scalable blockchain solutions<li> <li>Demonstrated leadership abilities in guiding and mentoring technical teams<li> <li>Tremendous communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to a broad audience<li> <li>Proficient in multiple programming languages used in blockchain development such as Solidity Go Rust and Python<li> <li>Preferred experience designing and shipping a customerfacing technical certification program<li> <li datastringifyindent=0 datastringifyborder=0> <li> <ul><div><b>What will you like about us<b> <ul><li>We take care of our employees Competitive compensation fully paid medical dental and vision and a 4 401K matchlearn more about our <strong>benefits culture and all recruiting FAQ here<strong><li> <li>We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers<li> <li>Our team is a diverse group of people from varied backgrounds We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength<li> <li>Were fully remote deeply engaged highly skilled and like to have fun<li> <li>We think longterm Our founders have been scaling Ethereum since 2015<li> <ul><p><strong>We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply<strong> We believe that our work is stronger with a variety of perspectives and were eager to further diversify our company If you have a background that you feel would make an impact at Optimism please consider applying Were committed to building an inclusive supportive place for you to do the best work of your career<p> <div>