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Our Team
At Trilitech, we drive innovation in Web3 by empowering developers and creators to build pioneering solutions on the Tezos blockchain. Our expertise spans core blockchain development, decentralised applications, infrastructure tooling, developer experience, and incubation programs, with a strong focus on cultural projects, decentralised finance, and gaming. We're dedicated to redefining possibilities and setting new standards within the rapidly evolving blockchain space.
Our Team
At Trilitech, we drive innovation in Web3 by empowering developers and creators to build pioneering solutions on the Tezos blockchain. Our expertise spans core blockchain development, decentralised applications, infrastructure tooling, developer experience, and incubation programs, with a strong focus on cultural projects, decentralised finance, and gaming. We're dedicated to redefining possibilities and setting new standards within the rapidly evolving blockchain space.
Our Technology
Tezos is an open-source blockchain known for its flexibility, security, and unique self-evolving capabilities. With innovations like Etherlink—an EVM-compatible Layer 2—Tezos is scaling rapidly and attracting a growing developer community. Its ecosystem supports diverse projects, from Uranium.io, a decentralized marketplace for tokenized uranium, to leading digital art platforms like Objkt.com and fx(hash). Tezos also partners with major brands like Manchester United, reinforcing its global impact.
We encourage you to explore the Tezos website and follow us on Twitter & Discord to learn more about the project.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for people who make things happen, not watch things happen. You should thrive under pressure, be excited by the opportunity to make an impact and you'll be given the autonomy to do so. Bring your enthusiasm and determination, and you'll play a critical role in our growth journey.
If you're comfortable taking initiative, pushing boundaries, passionate about crypto and working in a high intensity environment then you're exactly the type of person who will succeed here.
The Role
You’ll lead the technical vision and strategy of our of the key engineering units within the Tezos ecosystem. Directly overseeing an engineering function of around 30 including managers and engineers (plus numerous external vendors) developing tooling, infrastructure, smart contracts and decentralised applications.
As part of the leadership team you'll work closely with the Co-Founder of Tezos and have the opportunity to shape the technical roadmap, drive innovation, and ensure the robust development of our blockchain technology.
You’ll be pivotal in driving Tezos towards mainstream adoption, fostering collaboration and technical excellence along the way.
What You’ll Do
* Provide strategic direction and mentorship fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability across the engineering function
* Define and execute the engineering strategy in alignment with the Tezos Roadmap and objectives
* Champion delivery focus and general operational and executional excellence whilst being rigorously customer centric
* Stay on top of emerging technologies and trends within the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, selecting technologies and tools to optimise performance and scalability
* Collaborate closely with other senior leaders including Product, Marketing and Commercial to foster strong cross-functional partnerships in the delivery of high-quality solutions
* Establish and enforce data-driven quality standards and best practices for software development, including code reviews, testing, and performance monitoring
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise development processes, tools, and methodologies.
* Own the management of resources, budgets, and timelines effectively
What You’ll Need
* Strong technical background and still has an existing curiosity to solve technical problems
* Extensive experience as a Senior, Staff or Principal software engineer building complex solutions
* Proven track record of success as a manager of managers
* Experience leading large scale complex projects concurrently with the ability to prioritise effectively and deliver high quality solutions within deadlines
* Prior experience working with Blockchain technology or passion to work in the space
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
What You Can Expect From Us
* Competitive salary with substantial incentive schemes
* Hybrid working environment
* Daily lunch provided in-office
* Commuter costs reimbursement (up to £3,300 annually)
* 20-day policy for working abroad
* 25 days paid holiday plus your birthday off
* Enhanced parental & adoption leave
* Pension contributions double matched (up to 10%)
* Private medical and travel insurance with mental health support
* Learning and development programs
* Life assurance (5x base salary)
Why You'll Love It
Join a fast-paced environment where you'll lead impactful initiatives. You’ll have autonomy to deliver results, supported by passionate colleagues in a focused but fun environment. We value ambition, creativity, and continuous learning—providing the ideal setting for career growth.
Our Principles:
* Desire to Win: We strive for excellence and aim to be the best.
* Sense of Urgency: Adaptability and decisive action keep us ahead.
* Ownership Mindset: We lead by example, taking responsibility for outcomes.
* Pragmatism: We focus on impactful results.
* Communication: Transparency and collaboration are central.
* Resourceful Approach: We maximise our resources for competitive advantage.
Experience is great, but passion is key. If you believe in your potential, we encourage you to apply. Trilitech is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.
By applying, you consent to your application data being shared with our partner companies for recruitment purposes, in compliance with our privacy policy.
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Executive
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Engineering and Information Technology
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