As our Lead Protocol Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Validators product and Kiln's participation in several blockchain ecosystems. 

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Your key responsibilities will include:

• Owning the Kiln Validators protocols roadmap, determining which protocols we will support, why, and how, in partnership with the infrastructure and go-to-market teams
• Understanding the key staking mechanics of each protocol we support or are considering, and unifying the team and customers around a shared understanding of these mechanics
• Participating in governance on protocols where Kiln is active
• Representing Kiln at ecosystem events

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You will collaborate closely with customers, sales teams, product, and the infrastructure team at Kiln to execute the Kiln Validators roadmap.

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Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in the blockchain industry. Passion for the field and keen awareness of recent developments. You're an avid follower of crypto Twitter.
• Technical background (computer science, engineering, natural sciences) or demonstrated ability to grasp technical concepts. You're curious and motivated to delve into project details. You have experience running a validator or deploying a smart contract.
• Analytical mindset and clear communication. You excel at synthesizing complex information and conveying your insights both verbally and in writing.
• Strong product acumen with the ability to empathize with both retail and B2B users in the staking space
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup/scaleup environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members
• Native or perfectly fluent in English

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Soft skills

• Team spirit: discuss, don't impose. We value humility in our hires.
• Trust and transparent communication
• Curiosity and ability to dive deep into topics and follow through
• Genuine passion for the blockchain and cryptocurrency space

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About Kiln:

Kiln is the leading digital asset rewards management platform, enabling institutional customers to earn rewards on their digital assets or white-label earning functionality into their products. Our API-first platform facilitates fully automated validators, rewards, and data and commission management.

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With over $10 billion in crypto assets being programmatically staked, Kiln boasts a particularly strong track record on Ethereum, running more than 4% of the network. This includes 45,000+ active validators with zero slashing events.

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Our team comprises over 80 ecosystem enthusiasts formerly at Google, Circle, Ledger, Chainalysis, and other leading technology and cryptocurrency companies.

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Join Kiln and help us make the web more secure, stable, decentralized, and fair!

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How Kiln will support you:

• A fast-paced, non-bureaucratic work environment
• Equity Share Options in the business: when Kiln succeeds, we all succeed!
• Competitive salary
• Unlimited holiday
• Flexible remote working
• Choice of IT equipment
• Contribution to internet bills
• Substantial personal development and tech conference budget

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PS: please note the job title can be discussed further in the hiring process

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Please note that we are not sponsoring visas for individuals without work authorization in the USA or Canada. This role is specifically for employees (no B2B or contractors). Thank you!