CTO (Blockchain & AI)

Your responsibilities

• Architect and build advanced blockchain protocols with a focus on consensus, security, interoperability, and IBC standards
• Lead the implementation of both testnet and mainnet environments, including validator nodes, relayers, and core infrastructure services
• Drive protocol design discussions across leading ecosystems such as Cosmos, ICP, Sui, Solana, and Akash
• Build, hire, and mentor a high-performing blockchain engineering team from the ground up
• Communicate complex technical trade-offs directly with executives and AI-focused teams
• Leverage AI-powered development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, Copilot, and others to accelerate engineering workflows
• Deliver a reference application inspired by ICP, showcasing innovation and technical excellence
• Engage directly with C-level technical leaders from prominent blockchain protocols
• Demonstrate deep expertise in smart contracts and DAPs
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

Qualifications

• Advanced academic background: PhD preferred, or at least a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Blockchain Technologies, Systems Engineering, Networks, or a closely related technical field
• Demonstrated success in architecting and deploying blockchain protocols
• Deep expertise in Cosmos SDK, IBC (Inter-Blockchain Communication standards), Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), and Akash
• Strong proficiency in smart contract development using Motoko, Rust, and Solidity
• Extensive experience in designing and building distributed systems
• Profound leadership experience in blockchain protocol development
• Proven ability to hire, lead, and scale high-performing Web3 engineering teams
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-level executives and cross-functional teams

Further information

• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work on breakthrough technologies with real-world impact
• Collaborative, innovation-focused culture
• Office location in Zug with excellent transport links
• Workload 80-100%