About the role
About Us Chainlink Labs is the primary contributing developer of Chainlink, the decentralized computing platform powering the verifiable web. Chainlink is the industry-standard platform for providing access to real-world data, offchain computation, and secure cross-chain interoperability across any blockchain. Chainlink Labs helps power verifiable applications for banking, DeFi, global trade, and gaming by collaborating with some of the world’s largest financial institutions, notably Swift, DTCC, and ANZ. Chainlink Labs also works with top Web3 teams, including Aave, Compound, GMX, Maker, and Synthetix. Chainlink Labs was ranked as one of the Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek 2025.
Your Impact
- Lead a team of seasoned engineers in developing a versatile modular platform for Chainlink.
- Work closely with the product team to outline and plan feature roadmaps and their execution.
- Uphold high standards within the team and mentor engineers in their professional development.
- Engage in the hiring and onboarding process to ensure we recruit top-quality engineers who align with our culture and needs.
- Take initiative to improve the broader engineering organization and processes that influence your team's ability to execute
Requirements
- At least 6 years of experience in software engineering, including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial position.
- Proven experience in managing the complete engineering and delivery lifecycle of a product, with strong customer empathy and the ability to balance product direction with engineering best practices.
- Experience with complexities of developing large, distributed systems, and operating production platforms.
- Excellent communication skills, enabling close collaboration with both internal and external partners on a wide range of technical and business topics.
- Demonstrated servant leadership with a natural talent for inspiring and motivating others.
- Capability to work effectively in a globally-distributed team with a strong sense of ownership.
- Experience in coordinating technical stakeholders and making informed product decisions.
- Experience in the blockchain/DeFi/Web3 space.
All roles with Chainlink Labs are global and remote-based. Unless otherwise stated, we ask that you try to overlap some working hours with Eastern Standard Time (EST). We carefully review all applications and aim to provide a response to every candidate within two weeks after the job posting closes. The closing date is listed on the job advert, so we encourage you to take the time to thoughtfully prepare your application. We want to fully consider your experience and skills, and you will hear from us regarding the status of your application shortly after the closing date. Commitment to Equal Opportunity Chainlink Labs is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need when applying for a role or in our recruitment process, please contact us via this form.
Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Information collected and processed as part of your Chainlink Labs Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to our Privacy Policy. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
About Chainlink Labs
Chainlink Labs is one of the primary contributing developers of Chainlink, the standard for onchain finance, verifiable data, and cross-chain interoperability. Chainlink is unifying liquidity across global markets and has enabled over $16 trillion in transaction value across the blockchain economy. Major financial market infrastructures and institutions, such as Swift, Fidelity International, and ANZ Bank, as well as top DeFi protocols including Aave, GMX, and Lido, use Chainlink to power next-generation applications for banking, asset management, and other major sectors. Learn more about Chainlink Labs and explore open roles at chainlinklabs.com.
Attention Chainlink Labs Job Seekers:
Fake recruiter scams have become increasingly common on LinkedIn, especially in the Web3 space. All official Chainlink Labs recruiters should have the Verifications symbol next to their name. When you click the symbol you will see a workplace verification that indicates, “Chainlink Labs: Verified using work email.”
If you are contacted by a LinkedIn profile that does not carry this verification but claims to be a recruiter with Chainlink Labs, we recommend you do not interact with these individuals, e.g., responding to requests for additional information, clicking on links, filling out forms, etc. We appreciate your continued collaboration in helping to keep our community and ecosystem safe.
About the role
About Us Chainlink Labs is the primary contributing developer of Chainlink, the decentralized computing platform powering the verifiable web. Chainlink is the industry-standard platform for providing access to real-world data, offchain computation, and secure cross-chain interoperability across any blockchain. Chainlink Labs helps power verifiable applications for banking, DeFi, global trade, and gaming by collaborating with some of the world’s largest financial institutions, notably Swift, DTCC, and ANZ. Chainlink Labs also works with top Web3 teams, including Aave, Compound, GMX, Maker, and Synthetix. Chainlink Labs was ranked as one of the Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek 2025.
Your Impact
- Lead a team of seasoned engineers in developing a versatile modular platform for Chainlink.
- Work closely with the product team to outline and plan feature roadmaps and their execution.
- Uphold high standards within the team and mentor engineers in their professional development.
- Engage in the hiring and onboarding process to ensure we recruit top-quality engineers who align with our culture and needs.
- Take initiative to improve the broader engineering organization and processes that influence your team's ability to execute
Requirements
- At least 6 years of experience in software engineering, including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial position.
- Proven experience in managing the complete engineering and delivery lifecycle of a product, with strong customer empathy and the ability to balance product direction with engineering best practices.
- Experience with complexities of developing large, distributed systems, and operating production platforms.
- Excellent communication skills, enabling close collaboration with both internal and external partners on a wide range of technical and business topics.
- Demonstrated servant leadership with a natural talent for inspiring and motivating others.
- Capability to work effectively in a globally-distributed team with a strong sense of ownership.
- Experience in coordinating technical stakeholders and making informed product decisions.
- Experience in the blockchain/DeFi/Web3 space.
All roles with Chainlink Labs are global and remote-based. Unless otherwise stated, we ask that you try to overlap some working hours with Eastern Standard Time (EST). We carefully review all applications and aim to provide a response to every candidate within two weeks after the job posting closes. The closing date is listed on the job advert, so we encourage you to take the time to thoughtfully prepare your application. We want to fully consider your experience and skills, and you will hear from us regarding the status of your application shortly after the closing date. Commitment to Equal Opportunity Chainlink Labs is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need when applying for a role or in our recruitment process, please contact us via this form.
Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Information collected and processed as part of your Chainlink Labs Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to our Privacy Policy. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
About Chainlink Labs
Chainlink Labs is one of the primary contributing developers of Chainlink, the standard for onchain finance, verifiable data, and cross-chain interoperability. Chainlink is unifying liquidity across global markets and has enabled over $16 trillion in transaction value across the blockchain economy. Major financial market infrastructures and institutions, such as Swift, Fidelity International, and ANZ Bank, as well as top DeFi protocols including Aave, GMX, and Lido, use Chainlink to power next-generation applications for banking, asset management, and other major sectors. Learn more about Chainlink Labs and explore open roles at chainlinklabs.com.
Attention Chainlink Labs Job Seekers:
Fake recruiter scams have become increasingly common on LinkedIn, especially in the Web3 space. All official Chainlink Labs recruiters should have the Verifications symbol next to their name. When you click the symbol you will see a workplace verification that indicates, “Chainlink Labs: Verified using work email.”
If you are contacted by a LinkedIn profile that does not carry this verification but claims to be a recruiter with Chainlink Labs, we recommend you do not interact with these individuals, e.g., responding to requests for additional information, clicking on links, filling out forms, etc. We appreciate your continued collaboration in helping to keep our community and ecosystem safe.