Obol Labs Inc. is hiring a
Technical Architect

Summary

The job is for a Technical Architect/Solution Architect at DV Labs, a remote team of 30+ members working on web3 infrastructure. The role involves owning the technical architecture of the product suite, bridging the gap between product vision and technical execution, and ensuring innovative and technically sound solutions.

Requirements

• Mandatory experience in blockchain technologies, with a deep understanding of Ethereum, Solidity smart contracts, and associated ecosystems (Ethereum Layer 2s)
• Proficiency in designing and implementing solutions with modern DevOps tools and methodologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker)
• Protocol design and development
• REST API and SDK development
• Front-end DApp development
• Proven experience in architecting scalable, secure, and high-performance systems, particularly in the Web3 and blockchain space
• Strong understanding of integration architecture patterns, API design, and middleware technologies

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the technical architecture of our product suite, ensuring alignment with the product vision and strategic goals
• Act as a counterpart for our CTO and provide the Roadmap definition. Define ‘what are we building’ and ‘why are we building it’
• Oversee the integration of our products into client systems, ensuring seamless implementation and a smooth user experience
• Design and develop node operator tooling and developer experiences for efficient deployment and management of distributed validators (e.g., Terraform, Helm, Kubernetes, Ansible, Docker)
• Lead the technical refinement of our Solidity-based products, ensuring seamless integration with existing Ethereum protocols and other blockchain technologies
• Develop and maintain best-in-class onboarding flows and APIs for distributed validator clusters
• Act as the technical point of contact for clients, guiding them through the adoption and integration of our solutions
• Collaborate closely with internal engineering teams to guide product development, identify technical challenges, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, particularly in the blockchain and Web3 ecosystems, and assess their applicability to our product suite
• Analyze product performance and feedback, iterating on the design and architecture to address challenges and enhance the user experience
• Contribute to the evolution of our product strategy by providing technical insights and market feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable insights for clients and stakeholders
• Synergistic and team working skills to be able to interact with different areas in the company specially Engineering, Business and Product
• A proactive and innovative mindset, with a passion for staying at the forefront of technology trends and applying them to business challenges

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Annual Global Off-site
• Annual opportunity to attend DevCon (or a blockchain conference of choice)
• Generous paid time off
• Budget for personal equipment
• Budget for training or education