Accelerator Technical Program Manager

Summary

Join Aptos Foundation as a Technical Program Manager (TPM) and drive the technical execution of accelerator projects within Aptos’ ‘10x Ecosystem’ vision. You will collaborate with engineering teams, founders, and stakeholders to ensure projects are built on a strong technical foundation and launched successfully. This role involves managing multiple complex projects, mitigating technical risks, and optimizing technical roadmaps. The ideal candidate possesses 4+ years of experience in technical program or project management within Web3, blockchain infrastructure, or early-stage startups, with a strong understanding of blockchain architecture. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $193,000, and the actual salary will depend on experience and location.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in technical program or project management in Web3, blockchain infrastructure, or early-stage technology startups, ideally experienced with Move language
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and L1 infrastructure
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive execution in fast-paced environments
• Ability to anticipate and address technical challenges that could impact project success
• Strong ability to translate technical complexities for both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders
• Understanding of early-stage project dynamics and developer ecosystems

Responsibilities

• Own the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects for accelerator teams, ensuring they meet technical and business objectives
• Work closely with project teams to address technical challenges, leveraging Aptos' engineering resources for rapid issue resolution
• Identify potential technical risks early and implement strategies to mitigate them before launch
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables
• Guide teams in architectural decisions, scalability, security best practices, and infrastructure optimization
• Define and monitor key milestones, track project progress, identify potential risks, and proactively resolve issues to maintain project timelines and quality standards
• Build strong relationships and support portfolio companies in their technical decision-making processes, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with best practices
• Develop clear frameworks, playbooks, and best practices for accelerator projects to follow

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a crypto accelerator, startup, or venture capital environment
• Previous experience in mentoring or supporting early-stage founders and development teams

Benefits

The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $193,000