Inner Circle Agency · 1 day ago
Head of Engineering / CTO – Solana (Rust, Web3)
Inner Circle Agency is partnering with a well-funded, Solana-native Web3 organization operating at the forefront of decentralized technology. The client is seeking a CTO or Lead Engineer with deep Solana expertise to define technical direction, lead engineering efforts, and support the scaling of complex blockchain products.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Set and own the technical vision, architecture, and engineering roadmap
Lead and mentor engineering teams while establishing best practices
Guide system design with a focus on performance, scalability, and security
Provide hands-on support for architecture decisions and critical builds when required
Collaborate closely with product and business stakeholders
Represent the technical function within the broader Web3 and Solana community
Qualification
Required
Senior engineering leadership experience in a Web3-native environment
Strong, hands-on knowledge of Solana architecture, programs, and ecosystem tooling
Deep understanding of DeFi, trading systems, wallets, or protocol-level products
Proven ability to scale teams and ship in fast-paced, high-ownership environments
Strategic mindset balanced with practical execution
Preferred
Previous CTO or Lead Engineer experience at a blockchain company
Contributions to Solana ecosystem projects or open-source initiatives
Established network within the Solana or broader Web3 space
Benefits
Competitive compensation aligned with senior leadership scope
Exposure to high-impact, confidential Solana-based initiatives
Significant autonomy and influence over technical direction
Long-term growth opportunity within a well-capitalized organization
Company
Inner Circle Agency
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Funding
Current Stage
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