Product Manager, Privacy at Stellar Development Foundation

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Blockchain Technologies, Privacy Technology, Cryptography, Zero Knowledge, Fully Homomorphic Encryption, Smart Contracts, Rust, Solidity, Financial Technologies

Industry

Software Development

Description

Interested in working on cutting-edge blockchain technology and creating equitable access to the global financial system? Since 2014, the mission-driven team at the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has helped fuel the tremendous growth of the Stellar blockchain network, an open-source platform that operates at high-scale today. Developers and companies around the world build on it, and the SDF team is expanding to support the rapidly growing and changing Stellar ecosystem. SDF is looking for a Product Manager to lead Stellar’s privacy initiatives. Privacy is the next big opportunity for blockchain adoption, and Stellar, with its existing base of institutional partners, is leading the charge. We’re looking for a hands-on Product Manager to guide the evolution of Privacy initiatives in the Stellar ecosystem by forming strategy, managing SDF initiatives, directing ecosystem partners, and collaborating with industry leaders. In this role, you will: Develop and own Stellar’s privacy strategy, roadmap and prioritization Lead development of SDF’s own privacy prototypes and building blocks Collaborate with SDF’s business development department on identifying and executing on key partnerships in the privacy space You have: 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager or Software Engineer Prior experience working on or with blockchain technologies. Passion for building cutting edge privacy technology Bonus Points if: Experience with relevant cryptography tech such as Zero Knowledge (ZK) and Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) Experience in writing and deploying smart contracts Experience in Rust and/or Solidity Background in financial technologies (fintech) We offer competitive pay with a base salary range for this position of $155,000 - $250,000 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, we offer lumen-denominated grants along with the following perks and benefits: USA Benefits/Perks: Competitive health, dental & vision coverage with most plans covered at 100% for the employee + any dependents Flexible time off + 15 company holidays including a company-wide holiday break Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for both non-birthing and birthing parents, as well as up to 14 weeks of paid pregnancy leave for birthing parents Gym reimbursement ($80 per month) Life & ADD (up to $50K) Short & Long term disability 401K with 4% match Health & Dependent Care FSA Accounts Commuter benefits with $250/month employer contribution Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contribution Family building benefits through Kindbody Wellbeing benefits (One Medical, Rightway, Headspace) L&D budget of $1,500/year Daily lunch and snacks in office Company retreats #LI-Hybrid About Stellar Stellar is more than a blockchain. Powered by a decentralized, fast, scalable, and uniquely sustainable network made for financial products and services and a thriving and passionate ecosystem that includes a non-profit organization driven by a mission, Stellar is paving the path to unlock the world’s economic potential through blockchain technology. Built with speed and low costs in mind, the Stellar network provides builders and financial institutions worldwide a platform to issue assets, and to send and convert currencies in real time creating real world utility. Founded in 2014, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) supports the continued development and growth of the Stellar network and also serves the ecosystem of NGOs, corporations, universities, small businesses, governments, and solo entrepreneurs building on the Stellar network through tooling, funding and strategic collaborations. Together, Stellar is where blockchain meets the real world. About the Stellar Development Foundation The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-profit organization focused on working with and supporting change-makers to create equitable access to the global financial system through blockchain technology. SDF provides grants, investments, funding, and other awards to builders and organizations. SDF also develops resources and tooling on the Stellar network to help unlock real world utility. As a nonprofit foundation, SDF puts the health of the Stellar network and the Stellar ecosystem and its mission above all else. We look forward to hearing from you! Privacy Policy By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. SDF is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SDF does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Responsibilities

Develop and own Stellar’s privacy strategy, roadmap, and prioritization. Lead development of SDF’s own privacy prototypes and collaborate with business development on key partnerships in the privacy space.