Job Description for Forward Deployed Engineer - Tandem at Offchain Labs - Remote
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 forward deployed engineer, you will be the primary liaison between Tandem and our partner studio portfolio companies. You will embed yourself within their teams to deeply understand their technical challenges, translate their needs into actionable insights, and facilitate the development of tailored solutions with the support of Offchain Labs internal personnel. This role requires exceptional communication skills, technical acumen, and a passion for building strong client relationships within the dynamic blockchain space.
What you'll do:
- Deeply understand the technical and business challenges faced by portfolio companies and distill complex problems into clear, concise requirements – seeing the full process through from initial sourcing to partnership agreement signing to completion of mutually agreed milestones
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal Offchain Labs teams, including research, product, engineering, marketing and partnerships, to design and implement tailored solutions to address portfolio company needs while maintaining clear communication between internal and external parties.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with technical leads and business teams at portfolio companies, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the engagement’s lifecycle
- Collaborate with the internal partnerships team to act as an advocate for the project teams, promoting their adoption and use among the ecosystem, contributing to the development of documentation, educational resources, and go to market strategies.
- Track milestone achievement and work output to insure portfolio company leadership and Offchain Labs maintain alignment
- Track, identify, and communicate technological changes or market events that could impact the feasibility of solutions developed with our portfolio companies, both positively and negatively
What you’ll need:
- 5 years of proven experience working directly with clients and building relationships in a technical field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to understand and address client needs
- Solid understanding of blockchain technology, including smart contracts, decentralized applications (dApps), and Layer 2 solutions
- Genuine interest in the potential of blockchain technology and a desire to contribute to its growth and adoption
Nice to haves:
- Experience with Ethereum and/or EVM-compatible blockchains
- Familiarity with Arbitrum's architecture and development tool
- Programming skills in Solidity, Go, Rust, or other relevant languages
- Experience with agile development methodologies
Perks:
- Remote-first global workforce + NY office
- Annual company offsite + team onsites
- Professional reimbursement program (facilitates industry conference attendance, certifications, and more)
- Medical, dental & vision coverage (US + some other countries)
- 401k retirement plan + company match (US only)
- Wellness stipend
- Home office set up / ergonomic equipment program
Attention Offchain Labs Job Seekers:
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At Offchain Labs, we believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential to our success. We are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply and join our team.
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