Chainlink Labs

Principal Solutions Architect, Banking & Capital Markets

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Capital Markets, Finance, Blockchain, Decentralized Computing, Web3Industries

Requirements

Candidates must have technical pre/post-sales technology experience working with major institutions in capital markets. A strong knowledge of blockchain technology, DeFi, tokenization, digital assets, and digital identity is required, along with hands-on experience with middleware, integration architecture patterns, web services technologies, and APIs. Experience building and delivering Proofs of Concept (PoCs) and responding to functional and technical elements of proposals independently is essential. The role requires candidates to be based in the USA or Canada and situated in Eastern Standard Time. Preferred qualifications include experience with Solidity, Golang, Rust, JS, Java, Python, C/C++, networking protocols, private IP environments, cloud infrastructure, SSL/TLS security implementation, and knowledge of capital markets concepts, financial instruments, and trading processes.

Responsibilities

The Principal Solutions Architect will drive the adoption of Chainlink products in the capital markets industry by establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders and providing technical expertise. They will lead requirement gathering, project scoping, and the design of innovative solutions leveraging Chainlink products. The role involves contributing to the capital markets product strategy by providing market feedback and technical insights. Collaboration with internal technical teams to provide feedback on product enhancements and new feature development is also a key responsibility. The architect will develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the capital markets industry to effectively position and promote Chainlink products.

Skills

Chainlink
Capital Markets
Financial Institutions
Blockchain
DeFi
Cross-chain Interoperability
Data Integration
Solution Design
Requirements Gathering
Project Scoping
Technical Expertise
Sales Support
Product Strategy

Chainlink Labs

Decentralized oracle network for blockchain data

About Chainlink Labs

Chainlink Labs provides infrastructure for connecting real-world data with blockchain technology, enabling secure data transfer across various blockchain networks. Its main product is a decentralized oracle network that ensures the accuracy and reliability of data used in smart contracts, addressing the "Blockchain Oracle Problem." This service is essential for financial institutions, startups, and developers who require trustworthy data for transactions. Chainlink Labs has facilitated over $9 trillion in transaction value and serves a diverse clientele, including major financial institutions. The company operates on a business model where clients pay for access to its oracle network, ensuring a steady revenue stream as demand for secure data grows. The goal of Chainlink Labs is to transform global markets by enabling verifiable data transfer, contributing to a more economically fair world.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$32MTotal Funding
ICOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Competition from other oracle providers like Band Protocol could erode market share.
Expansion into new regions may expose Chainlink to geopolitical risks and regulatory challenges.
Reliance on major financial institutions means disruptions could significantly impact business.

Differentiation

Chainlink Labs connects real-world data with blockchain, solving the Blockchain Oracle Problem.
Their decentralized oracle network ensures accurate, tamper-proof data for smart contracts.
Chainlink Labs serves diverse clients, including Swift, DTCC, and ANZ Bank.

Upsides

Increased adoption of Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol boosts partnerships and integrations.
Expansion into MENA region captures demand for blockchain in emerging markets.
Partnership with DTCC integrates traditional finance with decentralized finance, opening new revenue streams.

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