Role Description We are looking for a seasoned Blockchain Architect to join our technology leadership team. This role goes beyond engineering and requires visionary architecture design, deep expertise in blockchain Layer 1 & 2 protocols, AI/ML methods, and extensive software development experience. The Blockchain Architect will lead the end-to-end architecture of our blockchain platform and guide its interaction with advanced AI models & workloads, ensuring scalability, performance, and security at every level. - Architect, design, and guide the implementation of Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchain protocols tailored for AI-driven workloads. - Define the technical roadmap and ensure architectural alignment with business objectives. - Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and architectural blueprints. - Mentor and support engineering teams in building EVM-compatible and non-EVM blockchain platforms. - Ensure enterprise-grade security, scalability, and fault tolerance across blockchain and AI pipelines. - Mentor and guide development teams on blockchain best practices, patterns, and standards. - Conduct code reviews and architecture reviews to ensure quality, reliability, and maintainability. - Stay current with emerging blockchain technologies, standards, and implementation practices to ensure long-term platform relevance. Qualifications - 8+ years of software development experience. - 5+ years of blockchain architecture and engineering experience. - Proven experience in designing and architecting Layer 1 and Layer 2 protocols. - Mastery of programming in Golang, Rust, and/or C++ for low-level protocol development. - In-depth understanding of blockchain fundamentals (consensus algorithms, peer-to-peer networking, node operation, state management). - Strong knowledge of cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure protocol design. - Extensive experience with EVM-compatible blockchains, including writing, auditing, and deploying smart contracts. - Extensive hands-on experience of non-EVM chains such as Solana and Cosmos. - Hands-on experience with decentralized storage (IPFS), oracle services, and cross-chain bridges. - Expertise in algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, and back-end development. - Strong exposure to AI/ML frameworks, deep learning, or large language models (LLMs) and their integration with blockchain execution environments. - Familiarity with Node.js and Python for building supporting services. - Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes). - Demonstrated ability to design for scalability and performance in production-grade blockchain environments. Requirements - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline from a reputable institution. - Additional certifications or research contributions in blockchain, distributed systems, or AI will be considered a strong advantage. Benefits - Work alongside the ChainGPT core team on high-impact AI and Web3 products across our ecosystem. - Remote-first setup with flexible hours, focused on outcomes, trust, and ownership. - Competitive compensation, with performance-based upside where applicable to the role. - Fast-moving environment with direct collaboration across all team members, including senior management, and clear accountability with no micromanagement. - The support to do your best work, including the tools you need, structured onboarding, and clear room to grow.