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Head of Blockchain

Head of Blockchain

TechNET IT Recruitment LtdAbu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
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Head of Professional Services at TechNET-IT, part of Ascent International Group Ltd

Head of Blockchain / Protocol Lead

Salary : $200,000 USD + Benefits

TechNET has partnered with a leading blockchain foundation to appoint a visionary Head of Blockchain / Protocol Lead. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of blockchain infrastructure, leading protocol research and engineering delivery at global scale.

About the Role

As Head of Blockchain / Protocol Lead, you will own the strategic direction and technical roadmap of a next-generation blockchain protocol. You will act as the bridge between research, product, and ecosystem needs, driving innovation across zk-based infrastructure, rollups, and core protocol design.

You will lead a high-performing protocol team, collaborate with business stakeholders, and represent the foundation across the global Web3 community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for the core blockchain protocol
  • Lead protocol R&D across cryptography, zk-proofs, and Layer 2 scaling (zkRollups / Optimistic Rollups)
  • Build and scale a world-class engineering and research team
  • Translate business and ecosystem requirements into technical execution
  • Represent the foundation at conferences, research forums, and industry events
  • Publish thought leadership in areas of blockchain scalability, cryptography, and token economics

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven leadership in protocol development or blockchain R&D labs
  • Strong background in cryptography, distributed systems, and zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs, zk-STARKs, zkVMs)
  • Hands-on experience with Layer 2 scaling solutions and zk infrastructure
  • Ability to align business vision with technical execution
  • Skilled in cross-functional collaboration across product, business, and ecosystem teams
  • Visible thought leader : publications, open-source contributions, or conference speaking
  • Familiarity with protocol incentive design, token engineering, and network economics is a plus
  • Based in Abu Dhabi, or open to relocation
  • Why Apply

  • Competitive salary of $200,000 USD + Benefits
  • Relocation support to Abu Dhabi – one of the world’s fastest-growing blockchain hubs
  • Influence the direction of a globally visible foundation
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge zk and Layer 2 protocol design
  • Apply Now

    If you are ready to take on a role at the forefront of blockchain innovation, apply directly or reach out for a confidential conversation.

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