What is Polygon Labs?
Polygon Labs develops Ethereum scaling solutions for Polygon protocols. Polygon Labs engages with other ecosystem developers to help make available scalable, affordable, secure and sustainable blockchain infrastructure for Web3. Polygon Labs has initially developed a growing suite of protocols for developers to gain easy access to major scaling solutions, including layer 2s (zero-knowledge rollups and optimistic rollups), sidechains, hybrid chains, app-specific chains, enterprise chains, and data availability protocols. Scaling solutions that Polygon Labs initially developed have seen widespread adoption with tens of thousands of decentralized apps, unique addresses exceeding 225 million, over 1.2 million smart contracts created and 2.56 billion total transactions processed since inception. The existing Polygon network is home for some of the biggest Web3 projects, such as Aave, Uniswap, and OpenSea, and well-known enterprises, including Robinhood, Stripe and Adobe. Polygon Labs is carbon neutral with the goal of leading Web3 in becoming carbon negative.
Job Description:
As a Technical Program Manager at Polygon Labs, you will be responsible for orchestrating and managing complex Web3 projects and initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise in program management, blockchain technologies, and strategic planning to ensure the successful execution of our Web3 roadmap.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Strategy: Collaborate with senior leadership and product managers to define program objectives, strategies, and roadmaps aligned with the company's Web3 vision.
- Project Coordination: Lead a portfolio of Web3 projects, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives. Oversee project managers and teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Technical Proficiency: Maintain a deep understanding of Web3 technologies, blockchain platforms, smart contracts, decentralized applications (DApps), and related tools and protocols.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate program-level risks. Develop contingency plans and address issues that may impact program delivery.
- Resource Allocation: Manage program resources, including budgets, staffing, and technology requirements. Ensure efficient allocation and utilization of resources.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality control processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality Web3 solutions. Oversee testing, validation, and compliance with industry standards.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain transparent and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Provide regular updates on program progress, milestones, and deviations from the plan.
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive program documentation, including strategic plans, program charters, and status reports.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends and emerging Web3 technologies. Propose and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance program efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Proven experience as a Technical Program Manager in the Web3 or blockchain industry.
- Strong knowledge of blockchain technologies, such as Ethereum, Polygon, Polkadot, or other relevant networks including familiarity with consensus protocols.
- Proficiency in program management methodologies and tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to evolving program requirements and priorities.
- Experience with DApps, and Smart Contract development is a plus.
- Certifications like PgMP, PMP, or similar are advantageous.
Polygon Labs Perks
The goal of the Polygon Labs total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes, the following benefits:
Remote first global workforce
Industry leading Medical, Dental and Vision health insurance fully covered for each employee*
Company matching 401k with 6% match*
$1,500 Home Office Set Up Allowance (life-time max)
$2,000 Annual Employee Development Program
$200 Annual Book Allowance Program
Internet or phone reimbursement
Generous & flexible PTO and country-specific holidays
1 company wide wellness Friday day off per quarter
Company issued laptop
Employee Assistance Programs
*In certain countries medical, dental and vision is fully covered for any dependents. This is country and plan specific.
*401k is for United States Employees only
Polygon Labs is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Polygon Labs is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the recruitment process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility needs.
If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
